What steps India has taken to stem pressure on its external balance of paymentsIndia is taking steps to manage its currency's decline. Higher duties on gold and silver imports are in place. Import rules for silver have...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
HDFC Mutual Fund limits subscription in its gold ETF and FoF. What this means for investors?HDFC Mutual Fund has temporarily restricted large lump-sum investments in its Gold ETF and Gold ETF Fund of Fund amid surging gold prices a...
05 Jun, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
Gold slips, set for weekly loss on Mideast tensions, rate-hike fearsGold prices dipped, heading for a weekly decline as Middle East tensions overshadowed peace prospects. Rising inflation and potential inter...
05 Jun, 2026, 07.32 AM IST
Rising crude and aluminium prices: Bharat Subramanian on what it means for India's energy and metals sectorsGeopolitical tensions in West Asia are driving up oil and aluminium prices. This benefits upstream oil explorers while squeezing oil market...
03 Jun, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Silver imports via authorised channels onlyNew import rules for silver are now in effect. All silver imports must go through specific government-approved channels. This includes agen...
03 Jun, 2026, 12.50 AM IST
A ₹3 lakh crore rain check? India’s monsoon now comes with a Hormuz fine printIndia’s fertiliser supply chain is under strain as the West Asia conflict disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route ...
02 Jun, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
Gold slips on stronger dollar, oil; Trump's decision on Iran ceasefire in focusGold prices dipped slightly as a stronger dollar and rising oil prices weighed on the market. Investors are closely watching President Trum...
01 Jun, 2026, 07.36 AM IST
Raise it, regulators: A repo rate hike - 50 bps increase to 5.75 perhaps - will reduce CAD, incentivise capital flowsIndia's monetary policy committee faces a complex decision. Delayed economic growth data and an unknown US Federal Reserve policy create si...
01 Jun, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
What is gold and silver price prediction for Monday? Gold rebounds on US-Iran ceasefire hopes, silver holds steadyWhat is gold and silver price prediction for Monday? Gold prices moved higher after reports suggested the United States and Iran could exte...
30 May, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
Rupee to hit 99, fiscal deficit at 5%: Rahul Bajoria sees deeper pain ahead for IndiaIndia's economy faces ongoing challenges. Inflation is embedded, impacting prices and financing. The fiscal deficit is projected to widen. ...
27 May, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
Behind the petrol pump: Why fuel retailers losing Rs 7-8 per litre need $85 crude oil to stop bleeding cashOil companies face continued losses of Rs 7-8 per litre on petrol and diesel, with a breakeven point only at crude prices of $85-87 a barre...
27 May, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
Fuel price hikes may push inflation towards 5%, RBI likely to stay cautious: EconomistsRetail inflation may reach 5 percent by June due to fuel price increases and higher gold and silver import duties. Economists believe the R...
26 May, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
Modi wants Indians to press pause on gold. But the $5.2 trillion obsession runs deepIndia’s attempt to protect the rupee is now colliding with one of the country’s strongest cultural habits — buying gold. After Prime Minist...
25 May, 2026, 01.34 PM IST
Fuel imports keep India's economy under pressure despite gold duty curbs: Kotak Securities officialIndia's economy is under pressure from high crude oil prices due to global crises. Experts warn that government actions may not fully resol...
21 May, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
What does an import restriction mean for silver investments?India’s move to restrict silver imports and raise duties is expected to push up domestic prices by increasing premiums over global benchmar...
17 May, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
Silver imports restricted; licence now must for select categoriesThe Centre has restricted imports of certain silver categories, including high-purity silver bars, making licences mandatory to curb rising...
17 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Govt restricts silver imports amid push to curb metal inflowsIndia has introduced new rules for silver imports. Importers now need a government license. This policy aims to control the flow of preciou...
16 May, 2026, 09.12 PM IST