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Growth engine revving as GST, auto sales rise despite global roadblocksIndia's economy shows robust growth in Q1 FY27, with GST collections soaring 13.9% to Rs 1.95 lakh crore in June. Car sales surged 24%, and...
Mortgage refinance rates today: Check current mortgage interest rates for 30-year, 20-year, 15-year, 10-yearMortgage interest rates today: It averaged 6.49 per cent last week. Spending on multi-family housing units, which account for a small share...
US manufacturing activity eases in June; prices paid by factories remain elevatedUS manufacturing activity saw a slight dip in June, following a robust May. While expansion continues for the sixth month, the pace has mod...
Global AI wave revs up Asian factories, offsetting war-induced painAsia's manufacturing sector experienced a significant boost in June, driven by robust demand for AI-related technology goods. This surge pr...
India's manufacturing growth slows in Q1 as West Asia conflict weighs: FICCIIndia's manufacturing sector anticipates a slower growth phase in the April-June quarter of FY27, influenced by the West Asia conflict. Whi...
Banks NPA at multi-decadal low of 1.8%, Indian financial system remains resilient: RBI reportIndia's financial system remains robust, with bank NPAs hitting a multi-decade low of 1.8%. Despite global uncertainties and rising oil pri...
Indian economy remains exposed to energy price shocks: RBI reportIndia's economy faces potential exchange rate volatility due to rising oil prices and supply chain issues, an RBI report revealed. Despite ...
US-Iran thaw to provide tailwinds for growth: RBIIndia's economic growth could get a boost from the Iran-US peace deal, according to the Reserve Bank's latest report. While the economy sho...
Sri Lanka reduces fuel prices after Middle East ceasefireSri Lanka on Tuesday cut fuel prices by up to six percent, the first such move since the Middle East war triggered a surge in energy prices...
Easing of West Asia conflict reduces downside risk to 6.6% growth forecast: Ram Singh, Director, Delhi School of EconomicsAny moderation in El Nino effects and resolution of geopolitical uncertainty will further reduce the downside risks to growth. Operationali...
Asia's vendors grapple with rising costs of ever-present plasticsRising plastic costs: Asian food vendors are struggling with soaring plastic costs, a direct consequence of the Middle East energy crisis. ...
West Asia conflict may delay India's chip projectsIndia's ambitious semiconductor projects, including Tata Electronics' Dholera fab, face potential delays due to the West Asia conflict. Log...
No smooth landing: ICRA sees Indian airlines' losses widening up to Rs 38,000 crore in FY27India's aviation sector faces a grim outlook, with ICRA projecting net losses to skyrocket to ₹36,000-38,000 crore in FY27. This sharp revi...
Yen wobbles near 40-year low as dollar pauses for breathThe yen hovered near a 40-year low against the dollar as U.S. inflation data met expectations, leading traders to scale back bets on Federa...
Strong balance sheets help India Inc absorb West Asia fallout: CrisilA stress test by Crisil Ratings covering 34 sectors that account for 65% of its rated corporate debt suggests that India Inc remains broadl...
Jet fuel crack spread may exceed $50 in 2026; airfares may climb up to 25%: ReportGeopolitical tensions and refinery issues are significantly impacting jet fuel supplies, leading to increased airline operational costs. Th...
Global Market: BOJ policymakers push for faster rate hikes as inflation risks mountThe Bank of Japan is growing more concerned about persistent inflation, with some policymakers advocating faster interest rate hikes after ...
US manufacturing soars on front-loading of orders; factory employment tanks to six-year lowUS manufacturing activity surged in June as businesses stocked up anticipating shortages and price hikes, driven by Middle East conflict im...
RBI flags rising fuel-price pressures amid West Asia war, says crude is easing as Hormuz fears recedeThe Reserve Bank of India has highlighted rising fuel prices and a dip in consumer confidence due to West Asian conflict, despite a recent ...
Early signs of stress emerge in MSME loans as West Asia disruptions worry banks: ReportLenders are concerned about the ripple effects of the West Asia conflict, which has disrupted supply chains and increased input costs for b...