El Niño officially returns in 2026: WMO warns climate event could strengthen between July and September, raising risk of heatwaves, droughts and heavy rainfallA powerful El Niño event is officially underway, with the World Meteorological Organization warning of intensified global weather extremes....
03 Jul, 2026, 02.54 PM IST
AI chip demand stays strong, but component shortages emerge as next challenge: NomuraThe artificial intelligence (AI) boom is entering a new phase where the biggest challenge is no longer demand for AI chips but shortages of...
02 Jul, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
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...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.37 AM IST
Time doesn't fly fast enough for single malt companiesIndia's booming single malt whisky market faces a significant challenge: time. Demand has surged dramatically, outpacing production capabil...
02 Jul, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
US Stocks: Nike shares fall on grim sales outlook; China woes hit turnaround plansShares of Nike fell as investors raised alarms over the slow pace of recovery with CEO Elliott Hill at the helm for nearly two years. While...
01 Jul, 2026, 07.24 PM IST
India's June power consumption rises 11.6% on heatwave, delayed monsoonIndia's power consumption surged by 11.62% in June, reaching 166.46 billion units, driven by a severe heatwave and delayed monsoon. This pu...
01 Jul, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
India's economic plot twist comes with one villain stepping aside, another waitingIndia's economic outlook has improved as falling crude oil prices ease inflation, strengthen the balance of payments and prompt economists ...
01 Jul, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
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...
01 Jul, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
Why are oil prices up today, and will Brent and US WTI crude futures continue to rise or fall again? Oil market reacts to US-Iran talks, Strait of Hormuz developments and supply outlookOil prices posted gains during Tuesday's trading, but both Brent and US WTI crude futures remained on course for their biggest quarterly de...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.27 PM IST
Cement sector faces muted Q1 FY27 as heat, water scarcity hit demand: Ashika's Jyoti GuptaIndia's cement sector faces a subdued start to FY27, with extended heat and water scarcity dampening construction despite a delayed monsoon...
30 Jun, 2026, 02.54 PM IST
Monsoon blues, weak demand dampen July outlook for cement pricesCement prices are expected to hold steady in July, with the monsoon and sluggish demand dampening prospects for significant hikes. While Ju...
30 Jun, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
Ferrari and BMW join Tesla, China in switch from copper to cheaper aluminiumLuxury carmakers Ferrari and BMW are embracing aluminium wiring, following Tesla and Chinese EV manufacturers. This significant industry sh...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
Goldman Sachs favours going long on 30-year govt bondGoldman Sachs is advising investors to buy India's 30-year government bonds, anticipating a yield drop. This optimism stems from two key fa...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.46 AM IST
Power demand tops 250 GW as weak monsoon keeps heat onIndia's peak power demand is soaring above 250 GW due to lingering heatwaves, outpacing a sluggish monsoon. Authorities are preparing conti...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
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...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.09 AM IST
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...
26 Jun, 2026, 08.57 PM IST
JP Morgan lowers Brent crude price forecast for second-half 2026J.P. Morgan has updated its Brent crude oil price forecast for 2026, lowering expectations due to unexpectedly weaker inventory draws and a...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.47 PM IST