india economy

Nifty50 and Sensex hit fresh lifetime highs: What’s driving the stock market rally & is it sustainable? Explained

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Stock market at record high! Nifty50 has crossed 26,300 and Sensex has gone past 86,000 for the first time. There is renewed optimism about the ...

Labour reform: New codes to lift consumption by Rs 75,000 crore; SBI sees sharper formalisation ahead

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New labour codes, effective November 21, are projected to inject Rs 75,000 crore into consumption and boost the formal workforce by 15%. Social security coverage ...

Fiscal strain: Moody’s says tax cuts slow govt revenue; will it limit support for the economy?

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India faces tighter finances as tax cuts reduce revenue. Moody’s Ratings notes this limits government economic support. Lower tax collections are impacting fiscal goals. Easing ...

Wedding splurge fuels consumption surge

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The Big Fat Indian Wedding and Its Impact on the Economy India’s known for its vibrant culture, diverse landscapes, and, let’s be honest, its big ...

India, Israel set to launch talks for free trade pact

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India and Israel have officially launched negotiations for a free trade agreement, signing terms of reference to guide discussions. The pact aims to boost trade ...

‘Top 75 brands’ valuation growth slows to 6% from 19% a year ago’

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India’s top brands see valuation growth slow to 6% as consumer spending weakens. While mass consumption lags, the ‘experience economy’ is booming, with travel and ...

GDP outlook: SBI forecasts Q2 growth to hit 7.5% — here are the factors driving momentum

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India’s economy is poised for robust growth, with projections indicating a 7.5% expansion in Q2 FY26. This surge is fueled by increased investment, recovering rural ...

GST disruption slows FMCG sales in September quarter

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Consumer goods sales saw a slowdown in September as shoppers awaited GST rate cuts, impacting FMCG volume growth. While value growth remained steady, home and ...

Gold surge: Imports hit record $14.72 bn in Oct; festive demand drives spike as trade deficit widens

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India’s gold imports surged nearly threefold to a record $14.72 billion in October, driven by robust festive and wedding season demand. This significant increase pushed ...

Inflation at record low! Will your loan EMIs come down further? Explained

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Retail inflation in October has hit its lowest level since 2013 – the time that this series of CPI inflation started. At the start of ...