CLOSED
NIFTY 5022,453.30+0.98%SENSEX74,235.62+1.24%BANK NIFTY48,892.15+1.45%NIFTY IT35,124.80-0.52%NIFTY MIDCAP52,487.25+0.87%NIFTY 5022,453.30+0.98%SENSEX74,235.62+1.24%BANK NIFTY48,892.15+1.45%NIFTY IT35,124.80-0.52%NIFTY MIDCAP52,487.25+0.87%
Home/Business/Economy

Economy

Stay updated with the latest economy news, analysis, and trends

A view of apartment buildings under construction in a city with a clear sky.

India Housing Sales Drop 6% in Top Cities During Q3

Housing sales in India’s top seven cities fell 6% in Q3 due to high base effects and seasonal factors. Discover the market outlook and trends.

By Business Desk•
A digital price board at a fuel station in Dhaka, Bangladesh, with rickshaws and vehicles visible in the background.

Bangladesh Inflation & Fuel Crisis: Economic Impact Explained

Explore how rising fuel costs and persistent inflation are straining Bangladesh’s economy, squeezing businesses, and eroding consumer purchasing power.

By Business Desk•
A line graph on a digital screen showing the HSBC India Services PMI index value of 60.9 for August.

India Services PMI Dips to 60.9 in August Amid IPO Surge

India’s HSBC Services PMI cooled to a 10-month low of 60.9 in August as rising cost pressures met a busy week of primary market activity.

By Market Desk•
A close-up of a desk showing a calendar open to July 2026, a calculator, and handwritten financial notes on paper.

Central Govt Employees Urge Faster July 2026 DA Hike

Central government employees call for an earlier announcement on the July 2026 Dearness Allowance hike to combat rising household inflation.

By ThePip Desk•
Two people shake hands over a document on a table, with Indian and European Union flags in the background.

India and EU Sign Historic Free Trade Agreement After 17 Years

India and the European Union finalize a landmark Free Trade Agreement after 17 years, focusing on mutual equality and tech transfer.

By Business Desk•
A DHL Express branded shipping box sits on a warehouse floor with an upward-trending arrow graphic overlay.

DHL Express India to Raise Shipment Rates by 8.9% in January

DHL Express announces an 8.9% shipment rate hike in India starting January 1, driven by inflation, currency volatility, and rising operational costs.

By Business Desk•
Flags of the United States and China sit on a table in front of a blurred background showing stock market graphs.

US and China Agree to Trade Truce Amid Economic Pressures

The US and China agree to a temporary trade truce to ease economic pressures and stabilize global markets, though core structural disputes remain.

By Business Desk•
A screen displays a line graph showing the US 30-year Treasury yield at 5.5 percent on a dark background.

US 30-Year Treasury Yield Surges Past 5.5% in Thin Market

US 30-year Treasury yields spiked above 5.5% amid low market liquidity and new consumer sentiment data. Discover the market impact.

By Market Desk•
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman speaking at a podium with a digital UPI payment interface graphic in the background.

Sitharaman Defends UPI MDR Policy as Professional & Independent

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman asserts that UPI Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) policy decisions are strictly professional and free from external pressure.

By ThePip Desk•
A scale weighing a line against a line on a document regarding home loan interest rates.

Home Loan Rates Set to Rise: Fixed vs Floating Explained

Banks in India may soon hike home loan interest rates. Learn the differences between fixed and floating repayment structures to make the right choice.

By ThePip Desk•
A low-angle shot of the Reserve Bank of India headquarters building in Mumbai against a clear sky.

RBI Ends Extra Time for Export Proceeds Repatriation

The Reserve Bank of India halts timeline extensions for export proceeds, requiring businesses to return to standard foreign exchange compliance rules.

By Business Desk•
A split image showing Jamie Dimon on the left and a stylized oil pipeline connecting global trade routes on the right.

Jamie Dimon Defends India’s Russian Oil Purchases

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon defends India’s purchase of discounted Russian oil, arguing it prevents global energy price spikes and stabilizes markets.

By Business Desk•
A glass of tea on a surface with a tea plantation in the background.

Turkey’s Tea Culture Offers Lessons for India

Discover how India’s tea industry can overcome stagnant domestic consumption and modernize by adopting successful strategic lessons from Turkey’s thriving tea culture.

By Business Desk•
An aerial view of the Sanjivani sugar factory facility in Dharbandora, Goa, surrounded by sugarcane fields.

Goa Approves Sanjivani Sugar Factory PPP Redevelopment

Goa cabinet approves a PPP model to redevelop the defunct Sanjivani sugar factory in Dharbandora into a modern ethanol and jaggery plant.

By Business Desk•
A conceptual image showing the flags of India and the United States on a balanced scale against a backdrop of trade graphs.

India-US Relations: CEA V Anantha Nageswaran On Uneasy Equilibrium

Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran describes India-US relations as an uneasy equilibrium, balancing strategic ties with trade friction.

By ThePip Desk•
A digital graphic showing a map of South Asia with rising line graphs and bond symbols overlaid on a blue background.

South Asia Financial Stability & Fixed-Income Trends

Explore how South Asian economies are achieving financial stability, featuring India’s robust fundamentals and Bangladesh’s new fixed-income investments.

By ThePip Desk•
A split image showing an oil refinery on the left and a smartphone displaying a UPI payment screen on the right.

India Maintains Diesel Exports & Denies UPI Boycott Rumors

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri confirms India will continue diesel exports, while traders refute rumors of a nationwide No UPI Day boycott.

By Business Desk•
A conference table with documents and a digital screen showing tax data, representing a government meeting.

GST Council Meeting October 7: Major Process Reforms Ahead

The GST Council meets on October 7 to discuss compliance simplification, tax slab rationalization, and administrative efficiency for businesses.

By Business Desk•
A map of India featuring gold and silver bars, shipping trucks, and tax symbols representing regional price factors.

Make in India Turns 12: Economic Impact & Metal Prices

Discover the impact of 12 years of Make in India and explore the key factors driving gold and silver price disparities across regions in India.

By Business Desk•
A display shows a line graph moving down against a backdrop of data.

FIIs Dump Rs 11,490 Cr as Nifty Drops for 7th Week

Foreign Institutional Investors sell Rs 11,490 crore, driving the Nifty index to its seventh consecutive weekly decline amid market volatility.

By Market Desk•
A person sits at a desk looking at a budget spreadsheet on a laptop screen with a notebook and calculator nearby.

Mastering Personal Finance: Psychology & Budgeting

Discover how psychological discipline and budgeting realities shape financial stability. Learn to overcome impulsive spending and secure your future.

By ThePip Desk•
A digital map of India with glowing nodes representing 5G, AI, and semiconductor technology at a conference.

India Mobile Congress Launches Viksit Tech 47 for Growth

Discover how India Mobile Congress 2024 introduced Viksit Tech 47 to scale domestic tech brands globally and achieve a developed nation by 2047.

By Business Desk•
A digital interface showing data analytics and risk monitoring icons overlaid on a smart home environment.

India Insurance Shift: From Pay-and-Repair to Prevention

Discover how India’s insurance sector is transforming from a reactive pay-and-repair model to a proactive predict-and-prevent approach using IoT and data.

By Business Desk•
A split image showing a digital stock market chart rising on the left and a bank office calendar on the right.

India Hits Record $94.53B FDI While Bank Unions Push 5-Day Week

India records $94.53B in FDI for FY26, bringing total inflows since 2014 to $843B, even as bank unions continue lobbying for a five-day work week.

By ThePip Desk•
A ceramic piggy bank sits on a table, opened with a stack of banknotes spilling out next to a financial chart.

The Cost of Liquidating Investments in an Emergency

Discover why being asset-rich but cash-poor is a financial trap. Learn how an emergency fund protects your investments from premature liquidation.

By ThePip Desk•
A bar chart showing personal loans comprising 34 percent of India's household debt against a background of digital data.

UBS Report: Personal Loans Make Up 34% of India Debt

A new UBS report reveals personal loans comprise 34% of India’s household debt as NBFCs and banks undergo rapid growth and strategic consolidation.

By Business Desk•
A close-up of a digital financial screen displaying a line graph with an upward trend and bond yield percentages.

Bond Yields Rise Amid US Treasury Rout & High Oil Prices

Domestic bond yields climbed Friday following a multi-decade rout in US treasuries. Discover the impact on 10-year government stock and benchmark rates.

By ThePip Desk•
A split image showing a bank vault on the left and a rising stock market graph with financial documents on the right.

Why FD Investors Are Moving to Alternative Investments

Discover why over 50% of fixed deposit investors are diversifying into alternative assets to beat inflation and secure higher returns today.

By ThePip Desk•
Nirmala Sitharaman stands at a podium with microphones, addressing an audience about digital payment policies.

UPI MDR is Not a Tax: FM Nirmala Sitharaman Clarifies

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarifies that UPI Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) is not a tax or surcharge, ensuring no extra burden on consumers.

By ThePip Desk•
A digital dashboard displays upward-trending financial charts and icons representing diverse investment assets.

Per Annum Targets Rs 10,000 Crore AUM in Alternative Assets

Fintech platform Per Annum aims for Rs 10,000 crore in AUM as Indian retail investors increasingly shift toward high-yield alternative investment products.

By Market Desk•