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Iran war: Fuel price surge squeezes dairy, poultry value chainsIndustry officials say rising fuel costs, coupled with geopolitical disruptions affecting commodity markets, are squeezing farmer margins a...
Jobs outlook may cool down in Sept quarter amid economic woesIndia's employment outlook is set to soften in July-September 2026, with 59% of employers anticipating hiring increases, down from 74% in t...
BMW Group India to hike prices by up to 2 pc across BMW, MINI vehicle portfolios from July 1BMW Group India announced a price increase for its BMW and MINI vehicles. Prices will go up by up to 2 percent starting this July 1. This c...
Engineering exports rise to $122 billion, emerge as India's largest export segmentThis remarkable growth, driven by government support and a diversified product basket, highlights the sector's resilience and global compet...
Inflation poses bigger risk than growth this fiscal as monsoon and crude weigh on rural demand: NuvamaIn FY27, India's economy grapples with inflation that hits hardest in rural regions, where rising food prices become an urgent concern. The...
Packaging firms remain upbeat on FY27 growth despite raw material volatility amid West Asia crisisDespite these disruptions, companies like EPL Ltd, Uflex, and TCPL Packaging remain optimistic about FY27 growth, driven by strong domestic...
China's global ecommerce push stalls as Iran war lifts costs, dampens demandThe business models, based on flying $5 dresses from Chinese factories to shoppers around the world, were already under pressure after U.S....
India’s growth faces crude and monsoon test as FY27 GDP seen moderating to 6.5%India's economic growth is projected to slow to about 6.5 per cent in fiscal year 2027. Higher costs, global tensions and a potentially wea...
Zinc prices at multi-year highs: What’s driving the rally and what lies ahead?Zinc prices have climbed to multi-year highs as tight global inventories, rising production costs, and supply disruptions fuel a strong ral...
India joins elite heavy-haul railway club, targets lower logistical costs: DFCCIL MDIndia now operates heavy-haul freight railways, joining a select global group. The nation is adopting advanced technologies and global best...
RBI MPC Meeting 2026: West Asia war shock is a concern, but India can ride it out 'with minimum pain', says Sanjay Malhotra2026 RBI MPC Meeting: The Reserve Bank of India acknowledges global economic challenges from the West Asia conflict. Rising energy prices a...
Cement firms do well amid strain, but face capacity testCement companies saw strong volume growth in Q4 FY26, fueled by construction and government spending. Despite rising costs impacting margin...
Cold storages struggle as Gulf cargo lands in IndiaIndian cold storages are full of imported apples, avocados, and dry fruits. Shipping disruptions due to the Iran war are causing these dive...
From inputs to retail, a monster rages through: As supply-side inflation pressures build, the implications for monetary policyIndia's inflation is shifting from producers to consumers, driven by cost-push factors like rising global commodity and energy prices. This...
80% of Indian small businesses grew in 2025, surpassing Asia-Pacific average of 63%: CPA Australia SurveyRising costs remained the main challenge for such businesses in 2025, says the survey.
Petrol, Diesel Price Today: Has India seen another hike on June 4? Check fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Gurgaon, Chennai and other citiesPetrol, Diesel Price Today: Fuel prices held steady across India on June 4, offering consumers a brief respite. However, rising global crud...
No Santa for exporters this Christmas: Iran war disrupts supply chains, stretches transit times to 60 days, threatens marginsIndian exporters say longer shipping routes, rising input costs, and delayed payment cycles are squeezing margins and putting pressure on d...
Higher petrol, diesel prices threaten to rekindle inflation pressures: ReportFuel prices are rising in India. This will increase transport and manufacturing costs. These higher costs will likely lead to more inflatio...
Small businesses record strongest growth since Covid despite rising cost pressures: ReportDespite strong confidence, rising costs, particularly for materials, remain a significant challenge. Younger entrepreneurs are driving tran...
Delivery cost increased by about 19% in Asia Pacific: ReportDelivery costs in India and the Asia Pacific region saw a significant rise of nearly 19 percent year-on-year. This increase occurred betwee...