ECB hikes interest rate by 25 bps, first since 2023 to tame Iran war inflationThe European Central Bank raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point to 2.25 percent, marking its first hike since 2023. This mo...
11 Jun, 2026, 06.23 PM IST
Why the G7 is worried about global economic imbalancesIn a pivotal discussion at the G7 summit, France is highlighting urgent concerns about the global economic landscape. China's robust export...
11 Jun, 2026, 04.52 PM IST
Gold hits over 6-month low on rate-hike concerns amid Mideast conflictGold prices dropped to a six-month low as U.S. strikes on Iran fueled oil prices and inflation concerns. This, coupled with strong U.S. con...
11 Jun, 2026, 06.46 AM IST
Power finance cos turn to global markets for cheaper fundsIndian power and renewable energy firms are looking abroad for loans. The Reserve Bank of India's new dollar-rupee swap facility has made f...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
ECB to hike rates as Mideast war pushes up inflationThe European Central Bank is poised to raise interest rates for the first time in two and a half years, driven by escalating inflation fuel...
08 Jun, 2026, 08.47 AM IST
Stagflation risks rise as oil prices threaten global growth outlook: Peter CardilloGlobal economic outlook darkens with stagflation fears as energy prices fuel persistent inflation. Experts warn central banks may keep inte...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
Dollar steadies as markets await signals on Iran war, central banksThe U.S. dollar held steady as markets awaited Middle East peace talks and signals on central bank rate hikes. Hopes for a U.S.-Iran deal t...
01 Jun, 2026, 07.13 AM IST
USD rate today: Check U.S Dollar against Euro, Yen, SterlingU.S. nonfarm payrolls data due on June 5 are expected to show an unemployment rate of 4.3 per cent and an increase of 85,000 jobs.
01 Jun, 2026, 06.44 AM IST
5 world market themes for the week aheadGlobal markets are keenly watching U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks and the Strait of Hormuz, alongside crucial U.S. jobs data and euro zone infla...
30 May, 2026, 09.26 AM IST
Central banks must maintain independence: ECB's LagardeMonetary institutions worldwide need to maintain their independence, European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde said Thursday. Incre...
28 May, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
Dollar crashes against major currencies: Why is USD rate down today?U.S. dollar index fell about 0.3 per cent to 98.969. Euro rose 0.40 per cent to $1.1649 and the British pound gained 0.55 per cent to $1.35...
25 May, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
European shares end at more than one-month high on tech boostEuropean shares closed at over a month's high, boosted by technology stocks and optimism surrounding a potential Middle East conflict resol...
23 May, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
Global bond rout deepens as Iran war drags on and underscores inflation fearsGlobal bond markets are experiencing significant losses as rising energy prices, fueled by the Iran conflict, ignite inflation fears. Inves...
18 May, 2026, 04.42 PM IST
Euro zone bond yields jump as Middle East peace deal hopes fadeEuro zone bond yields surged as hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal diminished, with markets now anticipating three European Central Bank inte...
12 May, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
RBI, European Central Bank sign revised agreement on information exchange, central banking tiesThe Reserve Bank of India and the European Central Bank have signed a Memorandum of Understanding. This agreement aims to boost cooperation...
10 May, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
Charting the global economy: ECB is leaning toward rate hikesEconomic growth varies globally, with some regions facing inflation and others seeing tech-driven booms. Geopolitical events are influencin...
03 May, 2026, 10.08 AM IST
Global Market: Christine Lagarde rejects stagflation fears despite rising risksECB President Christine Lagarde dismissed stagflation concerns in the euro zone, even as risks to growth and inflation rise. The central ba...
01 May, 2026, 08.57 AM IST