The government’s renewed fiscal commitment is seen as a response to the slowdown affecting most sectors outside of China’s large trade surplus. However, experts note that the country’s continued emphasis on both consumption and investment reveals the ongoing tension between production-led and demand-driven growth. Beijing plans to roll out targeted measures to boost household income, expand urban…
The U.S. Federal Reserve’s policy outcome, due tonight around 11:30 PM (IST), will play a crucial role in setting the direction for global and Indian equity markets. With analysts widely expecting a rate cut amid signs of a cooling U.S. labor market, here’s a look at how different scenarios could shape Indian market sentiment. Scenario…
The euro and Japanese yen surged against the U.S. dollar on Thursday as investors assessed the far-reaching consequences of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on global trade and economic growth. With concerns mounting over a potential trade war, investors flocked to safe-haven currencies like the yen and Swiss franc, driving the dollar to its lowest…
U.S. trading partners threatened to escalate trade tensions with the United States on Thursday after President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs raised fears of higher prices in the world’s largest consumer market. The penalties, announced Wednesday, triggered a global market selloff and drew widespread condemnation, marking a dramatic shift from the decades-long era of trade liberalization….
Indian equity markets rebounded sharply on March 18, with the Sensex surging 1,131 points and small- and mid-cap indices gaining over 2%, breaking a week-long losing streak. All sectors ended in the green, signaling a relief rally. However, market experts remain cautious, attributing the surge more to sentiment than fundamentals. As of 11:15 AM on…
India, one of the world’s leading importers and consumers of oil, has recently entered into discussions concerning the ongoing volatility in the global oil market with the Secretary-General of OPEC. The talks, as outlined in a government statement, aimed at addressing the challenges posed by fluctuating oil prices and market trends. Importance of Market Stability…
In today’s ever-evolving global economic landscape, India is steadily emerging as a promising and vibrant player. Let’s dive into the remarkable potential and growth opportunities that Chief Economist at Morgan Stanley, the esteemed financial institution, highlights in this exclusive report. India’s Economic Resilience As we navigate through the complexities of the global economy, it becomes…
The recent Israel-Hamas conflict, marked by intense hostilities, raises questions about its potential repercussions on the Indian economy. While, as of now, it seems to have minimal impact on Indian businesses, experts warn that a prolonged conflict or its expansion to neighboring Middle Eastern nations could change the equation. The Escalation of the Conflict On…
In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, the renowned global investment guru Mark Mobius expressed his belief that the recent credit downgrade of the United States will compel investors to diversify their portfolios into other markets. Mark Mobius has an extensive background in the Indian markets, having previously led the Templeton Emerging Market Group for over…
