Home/Business/Economy

Economy

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

The exterior of the Yes Bank headquarters building in Mumbai, India, viewed from the street level.

Yes Bank Faces 250-Bps Impact After Supreme Court AT-1 Ruling

Supreme Court upholds quashing of Yes Bank’s AT-1 bond write-off, creating a 250-basis point impact on its core capital ratio. Read the full financial analysis.

A split-screen image showing a document labeled SEBI on the left and a downward-trending red stock market graph on the right.

SEBI Updates Account Framework & US Banks Face Market Slump

Discover how SEBI’s new Consolidated Account Statement framework boosts transparency while Wall Street banks face a massive $270B market downturn.

A screen displaying forex exchange rates, financial graphs, and a compliance reserve indicator in a bank office.

Indian Bank Warns of Profit Hit from New RBI Forex Norms

Indian Bank warns of profitability pressure after the RBI mandates a 20 percent non-interest-earning Foreign Exchange Risk Reserve for derivative contracts.

A close-up of gold bars resting on a dark surface next to a digital chart showing a line hitting a ceiling.

Gold FoF Limits Hit: Mutual Funds Pause Fresh Investments

Indian mutual fund houses suspend fresh Gold Fund of Funds investments as regulatory caps are reached amid surging gold prices and high demand.

A wide shot of a large construction site in Saudi Arabia featuring multiple cranes and modern building frameworks.

Saudi Arabia FDI Growth Driven by Construction Sector

Discover how Saudi Arabia’s construction sector and Vision 2030 are driving massive foreign direct investment growth in the Kingdom’s economy.

A digital graphic displaying a bar chart indicating a 6.4 percent unemployment rate against a blurred city background.

India’s Unemployment Drops to 5% & New Telecom Rules

Discover the latest India economic update as urban unemployment falls to 5% in Q3 2024, alongside new Department of Telecommunications transparency rules.

Nirmala Sitharaman sits at a conference table with World Bank signage, addressing attendees at a plenary meeting.

Sitharaman Urges World Bank to Prioritize Jobs & Governance

Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman calls on the World Bank to prioritize job creation and adopt objective governance indicators for developing nations.

A smartphone screen shows a trading app with dollar and rupee symbols against a background of a globe.

How to Invest in US Stocks from India: TCS & LRS Guide

Learn how to invest in US stocks from India via direct brokerages, mutual funds, and ETFs. Understand LRS limits, TCS rules, and tax implications.

A view of a dense forest in Jharkhand with a digital overlay showing carbon sequestration data points.

Jharkhand REDD+ Road Map: Unlocking Climate Finance

Discover how Jharkhand is developing a REDD+ road map to quantify carbon sequestration, leverage forest cover, and access global climate finance markets.

A contemporary hotel interior in India with intricate wooden carvings, warm lighting, and a digital check-in kiosk.

How India is Reshaping the Global Hospitality Playbook

Discover how India is transforming the global hospitality sector with experiential tourism, localized models, and a fresh service playbook.

Economy news: Wholesale inflationary pressures intensify in India in September

Wholesale India inflation rises in September

Wholesale India inflation rose to 11.39 per cent in September 2026. The increase follows higher prices in fuel, power, food, and manufactured goods.

A split image showing raw coal piles at a mining site on the left and pharmaceutical blister packs on the right.

India Industry: Coal Price Hikes & Pharma Regs Shift

Bharat Coking Coal raises non-regulated prices up to 14%, while India’s Supreme Court pushes for strict pharma pricing and marketing oversight.

A tablet shows data charts next to a view of the Dubai skyline.

UAE NRIs Eye India Budget for Tax Relief & Investment Perks

UAE Non-Resident Indians anticipate India’s Union Budget for capital gains tax relief, real estate incentives, and streamlined investment compliance.

A close-up view of a technician holding a silicon wafer in a clean room, with circuit patterns visible on the surface.

India’s Digital Infrastructure & Smart Tech Growth

Discover how India’s business landscape is evolving through semiconductor investments and KONE India’s expansion of connected smart elevators.

A screen showing charts with a view of a skyline in the background.

India Investment Landscape & Capital Gains Tax 2024

Explore India’s evolving investment landscape, the recent changes to long-term capital gains tax rates, and rising global institutional confidence.

A close-up of a document labeled IPO with a magnifying glass resting on top, symbolizing regulatory review.

SEBI Extends IPO Flexibility & Proposes New Rules

SEBI extends IPO issue size flexibility up to 50% until March 2027 and proposes tighter oversight rules for equity fundraising proceeds.

The Delhi High Court building facade next to a stack of tax audit reports and a calendar showing October and November dates.

Delhi High Court Rulings & Tax Deadlines October 2026

Stay updated on the latest Delhi High Court legal rulings and Income Tax Department compliance deadlines for audit reports in October 2026.

A digital chart displaying an upward trend line representing the HSBC India Services PMI index value of 55.2.

India Services PMI Slips to 57.7 in September Amid Cooling Growth

India’s HSBC Services PMI dropped to 57.7 in September from 60.9 in August, signaling strong ongoing expansion despite a moderation in growth.

A stylized globe with surface cracks sits against a background of downward-trending financial graphs in blue and orange.

IMF Warns Global Economy Faces Hard Landing Risk from Debt

The IMF warns that high public debt levels and geopolitical tensions leave the fragile global economic recovery exposed to hard landing risks.

A close-up of a smartphone screen showing a UPI payment interface, overlaid with digital currency and percentage symbols.

UPI MDR Policy Debate: NPCI vs. IIT-Bombay Proposals

Explore the ongoing UPI MDR policy debate in India, comparing the NPCI merchant fee framework with IIT-Bombay’s public digital infrastructure model.

A digital financial chart shows an upward trend line with a magnifying glass icon overlaying a map of India.

Global Bond Scrutiny Rises & India Rupee Debt Grows

Discover how rising global regulatory scrutiny on offshore bonds contrasts with the robust growth of India’s rupee-denominated bond market.

Indian and British officials sit at a conference table with national flags, discussing financial documents in a London office.

India and UK Strengthen Financial Services & Fintech Partnership

Discover how India and the UK are deepening financial cooperation, focusing on fintech innovation, sustainable finance, and bilateral economic growth.

A steel plant with industrial machinery, solar panels, and screens displaying production data.

India Pushes Steel Decarbonisation & Specialty Output

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urges Indian steel producers to accelerate decarbonisation and boost specialty output to cut import reliance.

A bar chart showing data with a map and icons representing investments.

Indian Equity Mutual Fund Inflows Surge 31% to ₹38,306 Cr

Indian equity mutual funds saw a 31% surge in September net inflows to ₹38,306 crore, driven by record SIP contributions and strong mid-cap demand.

A close-up of a computer monitor displaying a red line graph showing a downward trend next to data tables.

SBI Economists Recommend Scrapping LTCG Tax on Equities

SBI economists call for abolishing the Long-Term Capital Gains tax on equities to boost retail investor participation and simplify India’s financial landscape.

A digital graphic showing a rising stock market graph with Indian rupee symbols, representing domestic equity investment.

SBI Research Proposes Abolishing Equity LTCG Tax

SBI Research recommends abolishing the equity LTCG tax to curb market volatility, protect against foreign outflows, and boost domestic retail savings.

An infographic showing a Rs 20,000 salary split into an EPS contribution of Rs 1,666 and an EPF contribution.

How Rs 20,000 Salary Shapes Your Pension Scheme

Discover how the Employees’ Pension Scheme handles a Rs 20,000 monthly wage, the statutory wage ceiling, and your retirement benefits.

A digital financial chart displays a sharp downward trend in red, representing massive capital outflows from debt funds.

Debt Mutual Funds Record Rs 1.83 Lakh Crore Outflows in March

Indian debt mutual funds saw Rs 1.83 lakh crore in net outflows in March due to corporate quarter-end liquidity demands and tax payments.

A split-screen financial graphic showing a downward bond trend line and an upward stock chart for SBI Funds Management.

Indian Debt Funds Offload $4.5B in Bonds & SBI Shares Rise

Indian debt funds sell $4.5 billion in government bonds amid changing RBI rate outlooks, while SBI Funds shares surge 5% following market coverage.

A stack of gold bars rests on a surface beside a digital display screen showing a declining line graph of market prices.

Gold Prices Slip Despite Geopolitical Tensions & China Buying

Discover why gold prices are falling despite geopolitical instability and heavy buying by China, driven by high U.S. interest rates and bond yields.