Ample world inventories may soften El Nino food supply shockA potential super El Niño is expected to disrupt global weather patterns and threaten agricultural output in the coming months, but large e...
19 Jun, 2026, 09.41 AM IST
Asia’s currency fight moves offshore as central banks push backAsian central banks are intensifying efforts to curb offshore forex speculation as external pressures like high oil prices and a strong dol...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
From lottery draws to fiscal spending, China broadens digital yuan footprintIn a series of measures, many revealed here for the first time, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) is giving banks policy incentives and beh...
30 May, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
Markets brace for a long conflict as investors reassess global equity risks: Andrew FrerisWest Asian tensions are creating market uncertainty. Investors face prolonged volatility for months or years. Some Asian markets like Singa...
26 May, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
Governments worldwide shield households from rising energy costsNations globally are taking action to protect citizens from rising energy prices. Countries are introducing subsidies, tax cuts and fuel co...
20 May, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
India moves to buffer economy against Iran war falloutIndia is taking urgent steps to protect its economy. Fuel prices have risen. Gold imports are restricted. Local government staff in Delhi a...
15 May, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
Observe and shock absorb: To ride out this oil crisis, focus should be on well-targeted support, not broad price suppressionIndia is navigating a critical oil import challenge. The government's approach of keeping fuel prices steady faces fiscal and equity questi...
12 May, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
India considering emergency measures to save foreign exchangeIndia is exploring emergency measures to protect its foreign exchange reserves. These steps may include limiting imports of gold and electr...
11 May, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
Global Markets | Resilience Tested: Asian economies balance buffers against rising oil shockAsian economies are scrambling to manage an energy shock caused by the Iran war, with soaring oil prices and supply disruptions hitting the...
05 May, 2026, 10.01 AM 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
Oil shock will hit Asia harder than the 1970sAsia is experiencing energy shocks similar to the 1970s oil crises, with rising fossil fuel costs impacting consumers and industries. This ...
30 Apr, 2026, 08.28 AM IST
Indian refiners limit use of special FX credit line, sources say, spelling more rupee strainIndia's state-run oil refiners are sparingly using a special FX credit line from State Bank of India, designed to support the rupee. Refine...
30 Apr, 2026, 08.12 AM IST
How Asia-Pacific is fighting a fuel shock that could get worseAsian nations are grappling with prolonged energy supply strains due to the Middle East conflict, prompting governments to implement costly...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.52 AM IST
Charting the global economy: Euro area business activity sagsEuro area business activity contracted as the services sector weakened due to the Middle East war, while US retail sales surged, indicating...
26 Apr, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
Global markets face rising strain as supply chain tightens and oil risk persists: Neelkanth MishraGlobal supply chains are showing stress as inventories run dry. This is impacting manufacturing and even international aviation. Oil market...
21 Apr, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
IMF, World Bank meetings show limits in mitigating shocks, reliance on US for solutionsGlobal finance leaders met amid Middle East war news. They acknowledged their limited ability to counter economic damage from frequent geop...
19 Apr, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
Japan plans $10 billion framework to help Asia secure oilJapan is launching a significant financial initiative. A 10 billion dollar framework will assist Asian nations in securing vital energy res...
15 Apr, 2026, 03.28 PM IST