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US Market: Four warning signs that bond selling could intensifyUS Treasury yields have hit two-decade highs, driven by Middle East conflict risks and fiscal concerns. Key indicators including rising opt...
India’s smartphone sales face a festive squeeze, but market value rises 5%The smartphone market in India is projected to experience a 12% decline in sales volumes this festive season. Despite this decrease, the ov...
Inflation could hit 7%, forcing RBI to hike rates by 150 bps further: ReportIndia's inflation is projected to reach 6-7% due to increasing price pressures and consumer expectations. The Reserve Bank of India has ack...
Cement prices likely to rise by Rs 10-15 per bag from mid-October: Emkay ResearchCement manufacturers in India are likely to increase prices by Rs 10 to 15 per bag soon. This price hike is necessary to address high input...
Rupee stages stunning ₹1 comeback against dollar: What’s the RBI’s 4-step shock therapy and how long can it last?The Indian rupee gained against the US dollar after the Reserve Bank of India announced several intervention measures. These actions aimed ...
US stocks in focus as bank earnings, inflation data set to test market rallyUS investors will track major bank earnings, September inflation data and Treasury yields this week for clues on corporate profitability an...
FMCG revenues to rise in Q2, but costs could dent marginsIndia's FMCG sector is poised for a substantial revenue boost in the upcoming September quarter, with growth projected in double digits. Th...
RBI's rupee defence may drain banking liquidity, ease currency pressureRBI has introduced measures to curb rupee volatility, which could ease immediate depreciation pressures in the currency market. These measu...
India's services demand outlook positive for Q3FY27, margin concerns persist: RBIIndia's services sector is expected to maintain a positive demand outlook in Q3FY27, although business optimism has moderated compared with...
FMCG companies face a Q2 margin squeeze: Rising crude oil, palm oil and packaging costs threaten profits despite demand recoveryFMCG companies are likely to face operating margin pressure in the September quarter of FY27 due to rising crude-linked derivatives, palm o...
Why are Kraft paper prices rising in India? Corrugated box makers face 25% cost surgeKraft paper prices in India have recently increased by 22% to 25%, affecting production costs significantly. This rise has pressured corrug...
RBI may raise repo rate by 75-100 bps in current cycle: ReportSBI Capital Markets expects the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to raise the repo rate by 75-100 basis points during the current tightening cyc...
Brent commands a war premium as Middle East supply risks keep oil on edgeBrent crude is trading above $100 a barrel as geopolitical tensions and supply risks in the Middle East sustain its premium over WTI. For I...
US 10-year Treasury yield could hit 6% as oil prices, debt worries mount: Pimco CIOThe 10-year US Treasury yield could reach 6% for the first time since 2000, according to Pimco’s Dan Ivascyn. Rising oil prices, inflation ...
Crude oil, uneven monsoon pose risk to banks despite benign asset quality: ReportHigher crude oil prices and drought conditions in five states may impact Indian banks' asset quality outlook. This follows a stable credit ...
Repo rate hike may raise borrowing costs, but real estate demand likely to be resilient: RealtorsThe Reserve Bank of India increased the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50 percent. Real estate companies in West Bengal anticipate a sli...
Bengaluru woman paying Rs 8,000 a month for a cook reveals what she’s really spending the money onAs per a Bengaluru woman, hiring a cook can cost around Rs 7,000 to Rs 8,000 a month for two people. The cook typically prepares simple mea...
Tax-exempt diesel expanded for wider access as Donald Trump signs special executive order in Nebraska. How will it benefit Americans?Diesel price in USA: G7 countries announced last week that they would release 100 million barrels of diesel, after pressure from US Presid...
Godrej Consumer expects high-teens revenue growth in Q2 despite inflationary pressuresGodrej Consumer Products Ltd anticipates strong consolidated revenue growth in the upcoming September quarter. This expected growth is driv...
Global Market: Shein shares tumble 6% as quarterly profit plunges 67%Shein shares fell over 6% after quarterly profit plunged 67% to $228 million, while margins narrowed sharply. Higher freight and jet fuel c...