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Finance ministry flags inflation risks ahead of RBI policy as fuel prices, monsoon concerns mount
6+ hour, 57+ min ago (151+ words) India faces rising inflation risks. Fuel prices are up, the rupee is weak, and a poor monsoon looms. The Finance Ministry warns of renewed price pressures. This comes before the Reserve Bank of India's policy decision. Wholesale price increases are…...
India faces test of oil, inflation and monsoon risks despite economic resilience, Fin Min report shows
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India may have found a new export tailwind
8+ hour, 8+ min ago (150+ words) India's weakening rupee is boosting export competitiveness. This adjustment helps Indian goods and services become more affordable globally. However, sustained export growth hinges on strong international demand and stable domestic inflation. The government highlights India's strong macroeconomic position amidst these…...
Oil prices tumble 11% for biggest weekly drop in 7 weeks. Where is liquid gold headed from here?
11+ hour, 22+ min ago (311+ words) The Economic Times The Economic Times daily newspaper is available online now. Oil prices tumble 11% for biggest weekly drop in 7 weeks. Where is liquid gold headed from here? Global markets rallied as oil prices hit seven-week lows. Hopes for a…...
Iran war: Public sector banks asked to stay prepared
22+ hour, 19+ min ago (283+ words) The Economic Times The Economic Times daily newspaper is available online now. Iran war: Public sector banks asked to stay prepared Public sector banks received guidance from the Centre to prepare for global uncertainties. The finance ministry reviewed bank performance…...
Why the stock market has begun to climb the wall of worry
12+ hour, 3+ min ago (321+ words) The Economic Times The Economic Times daily newspaper is available online now. Why the stock market has begun to climb the wall of worry Markets often climb despite worries. In 2020, markets rose before economic recovery became clear. Now, in 2026, a…...
RBI books "1. 69 lakh crore forex gains amid record dollar sales
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (359+ words) The Reserve Bank of India earned "1. 69 lakh crore from foreign exchange transactions in FY26, up 52% from the previous year, as it sold a record $53. 13 billion from forex reserves to support the rupee amid a 9. 5% depreciation. RBI's total foreign income rose 27% to…...
RBI warns West Asia war may hurt India growth outlook
14+ hour, 41+ min ago (118+ words) The central bank said the impact of the conflict is likely to remain contained in the near term but warned that an escalation could derail India's otherwise positive growth trajectory. Iran a done deal? Trump set to take 'FINAL' call…...
Deposit rates fall sharply by 30 bps in April as banks move to protect margins
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (290+ words) The Economic Times The Economic Times daily newspaper is available online now. Deposit rates fall sharply by 30 bps in April as banks move to protect margins Indian banks aggressively cut fresh deposit rates in April 2026 to protect margins, with the…...
India's services exports rise by 12. 7 pc in April despite West Asia crisis: RBI
1+ day, 56+ min ago (91+ words) The Economic Times The Economic Times daily newspaper is available online now. India's services exports rise by 12. 7 pc in April despite West Asia crisis: RBI The data showed that exports grew by 12. 7 per cent to USD 37. 021 billion in April, registering…...