Global trade to grow 4% in 2026, slower than 4.4% in 2025: UNCTADGlobal trade is projected to grow by 4% in 2026, although slower than the previous year. The report indicates higher trade values resulting...
09 Oct, 2026, 08.35 PM IST
World economic growth to slow to 2.6% in 2026, UN trade body saysGlobal economic growth is projected to slow to 2.6% in 2026 amid energy shocks from the Middle East crisis. Trade in goods and services is ...
09 Oct, 2026, 03.05 PM IST
WTO ups goods trade forecast on AI boom amid Middle East disruptionsWorld merchandise trade volume growth was stronger than expected and is now projected to reach 3.9% in 2026, up from 1.9% in the WTO's base...
09 Oct, 2026, 09.27 AM IST
ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0: Will the AI bet pay off? Nilesh Shah weighs inAt ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0, Kotak Mutual Fund’s Nilesh Shah highlighted the uncertain payoff from massive investments in artificial inte...
08 Oct, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
India joins US, 13 economies in joint statement to address global excess capacity after G20 meetingIndia, along with the United States and 13 other economies, has signed a joint statement aiming to address structural excess capacity. The ...
08 Oct, 2026, 07.34 AM IST
AI asset valuations pose global risk, but cyber threat biggest concern for central banks: RBI GovernorThe Governor made the remarks in response to an question at the post-policy press conference, after the RBI flagged elevated AI-related ass...
07 Oct, 2026, 02.05 PM IST
RBI MPC Meeting 2026: West Asia conflict keeps global outlook uncertain, says Sanjay MalhotraThe Reserve Bank of India has raised the policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%. This increase is the first since February 2023 amid ...
07 Oct, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
Four horsemen of economic trouble? RBI governor flags the risks spooking the worldThe RBI raised the repo rate 25 bps to 5.50%, its first hike in nearly four years, and shifted its stance to calibrated tightening. Governo...
07 Oct, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
Après le Déluge, a case study: France’s debt crisis is exposing deeper cracks in the global economyAmidst a backdrop of economic turmoil, France is confronted with stagnant growth and high deficits, which are eroding investor confidence. ...
06 Oct, 2026, 11.04 PM IST
India’s economic resilience strengthens global leadership prospects: Jean-Pierre LandauAmidst ongoing geopolitical tensions and global economic uncertainty, India is showcasing remarkable resilience, paving the way for enhance...
06 Oct, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
Charting the global economy: US employment growth moderatesThe labor market in the US revealed sluggish growth in September, with only 29,000 jobs added, alongside a significant deceleration in wage...
04 Oct, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
Nirmala Sitharaman calls for open, rules-based global economic ties amid geopolitical tensionsAt the Kautilya Economic Conclave, Nirmala Sitharaman spoke about fostering international trade policies that are not only open but also pr...
03 Oct, 2026, 06.37 PM IST
Fuel, finance shocks already hitting global economy; India better placed but not insulated: Neelkanth MishraHigher fuel costs and tighter financial conditions are significantly affecting global demand and capital costs. India is comparatively bett...
03 Oct, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0: Decoding the new investment landscape and shift in smart moneyTransformations in the global economy are reshaping how investors allocate capital and devise strategies. Geopolitical conflicts and tech r...
02 Oct, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
‘Productivity growth in consumer services is powering India’s rise’Dani Rodrik highlights the relationship between ending poverty, boosting the global middle class, and addressing climate change. He emphasi...
01 Oct, 2026, 11.31 PM IST
India a 'bright spot' amid uncertainty: Shaktikanta DasIndia recorded average annual real GDP growth of 7.9% between 2021-22 and 2025-26, while growth in the first quarter of 2026-27 stood at 7....
30 Sep, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
Global economy is shifting East, Global South must seize the moment: Shaktikanta DasThe Principal Secretary-2 Shaktikanta Das outlined the challenges and opportunities facing Global South economies during recent discussions...
29 Sep, 2026, 07.41 PM IST