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Oil price today: Rates slide 3% after Trump’s Iran remarks; here’s how much Brent and West Texas Intermediate crude cost

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Global oil markets experienced a sharp sell-off as US President Donald Trump’s remarks eased concerns over potential supply disruptions from Iran. Trump stated he was ...

Infy under US DoJ lens over H-1B classification

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Infosys is under US Department of Justice investigation for alleged H-1B visa misclassification. The company is cooperating with the probe, which could materially impact its ...

US tariffs no bar: China’s trade surplus hits $1.2 trillion

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China’s exports surged to a record $1.2 trillion trade surplus in 2025, defying expectations of a slowdown. This resilience, driven by deeper inroads into markets ...

RBI proposes changes to banks’ forex positions

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Budget 2026: CII pushes green hydrogen mandates with incentives to unlock demand; seeks policy clarity

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Industry body CII urges the government to implement clear green hydrogen mandates and incentives to boost demand and support India’s clean industrial transition. Key sectors ...

India-China trade: India’s exports to China rise in 2025, deficit climbs to record $116 bn

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India’s exports to China saw a rare uptick in 2025, yet the bilateral trade deficit surged to a record $116.12 billion. Despite this imbalance, overall ...

Auto trade: US tariffs to bite in H2 as contract uncertainty clouds outlook; ACMA flags margin stress

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Indian auto component makers anticipate US tariffs to significantly impact exports from the second half of FY26, with new contracts facing uncertainty. Despite global challenges, ...

US markets today: Wall Street slips for second session as bank earnings disappoint; oil and gold climb

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Indian markets mirrored global caution as US stocks dipped, driven by mixed bank earnings and rising oil and gold prices. Investors eyed potential disruptions from ...

What Makes A Good Mutual Fund: Consistency and suitability matter most; here’s why

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A very aggressive small-cap fund can be a good satellite holding for a long-term, high-risk investor. The same fund is a terrible choice as a ...

US sales data: Retail sales rise 0.6% in November as holiday spending picks up; wholesale inflation stays modest

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US retail sales saw a stronger-than-expected 0.6% increase in November, driven by holiday shopping momentum and gains in clothing, online, and sporting goods sectors. No ...