Loner Consumer Economy Replaces Hermit Spending Patterns
The post-pandemic economy sees rise of solo consumers as people increasingly travel, dine and spend alone. Discover how this new economic force is transforming markets globally.
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Oracle's AI bubble bursts as debt soars to $100 billion
Oracle shares lose all September AI gains as debt surpasses $100 billion. The company faces junk rating risk while betting big on OpenAI partnership. Read full analysis.
Gates Foundation Sells 65% Microsoft Stake in Q3 2025
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust executed dramatic portfolio changes, selling 17M Microsoft shares and reducing total holdings from 25 to 23. Discover the strategic reasons behind this massive shift.
Election Promises Push Indian States to Fiscal Brink
Indian states face severe fiscal strain as election welfare spending surges, with Bihar's schemes costing 4% of GDP. Capital expenditure lags while deficits rise across poll-bound states. Read analysis.
Trump's Foreign Policy Reshapes Global Security
President Trump's vision for US foreign policy emphasizes burden-sharing with allies while reducing American global security commitments. Explore the implications for global stability and economic impacts.
Industry Growth Exceeds Services After Four Quarters
India's industrial sector surpasses services growth for first time in four quarters, driven by infrastructure and manufacturing. ICRA reveals shifting economic drivers.
Karnataka's Growth Path: Smart Spending Over Big Budgets
Karnataka must rationalize schemes and adopt outcome-based funding for transformative growth. Expert analysis on efficient public spending strategies for development.
Buffett's Berkshire Invests $4.93B in Alphabet
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway reveals $4.93 billion stake in Alphabet, marking a significant tech bet amid AI overspending concerns. Discover what this means for investors.
47% Indian Firms Deploy GenAI, AI Spending Below 20%
Over 47% of Indian companies have moved GenAI pilots to production, yet 95% allocate less than 20% of IT budgets to AI, reveals EY-CII survey on India's AI readiness.
Mastek Share: HDFC Securities' Pick of Week
HDFC Securities recommends buying Mastek shares, targeting ₹2,460. IT stock shows bullish pattern despite 25% annual decline. Strong UK government contracts fuel growth.
Indians Pay for Online Content, Gaming Dominates
New report reveals majority of Indians now pay for digital content, with midcore gaming claiming half of all premium spending. Discover the changing consumer habits.
China's Silent Engine: Smaller Cities Power Consumer Revival
Tier-3 and tier-4 Chinese cities show 3-5% household consumption growth in 2024 while major hubs decline. Digital commerce and lower housing costs fuel this silent economic engine.
China's Consumer Slowdown Hits Longest Streak Since COVID
China's consumer spending faces its longest decline since pandemic. Retail sales growth slows for third month. What this means for global economy. Read analysis now.
AI Bubble Risk Could Topple Global Economy: Report
If the AI stock market bubble bursts, it could trigger an unusual global recession affecting consumer spending and economies worldwide. Read analysis of potential consequences.
How AU Credit Cards Transform Daily Spending Habits
AU Small Finance Bank revolutionizes Indian spending habits with credit-first approach. Discover how their cards enable smarter financial management for everyday purchases.
Festive Data Lifts India's Economic Outlook: Report
India's festive season data shows strong economic momentum despite global tariff pressures. Consumer spending and manufacturing output surge, signaling robust growth ahead.
India's 2026-27 Capex Target to Stay at 3.1-3.2% of GDP
India's government plans to maintain its capital expenditure target at 3.1-3.2% of GDP for FY27, focusing on quality over quantity to drive fiscal consolidation and economic growth.
Louvre Security Cuts Funded Art Buys Before Heist: Audit
Shocking audit report exposes how the Louvre Museum compromised security systems to fund art acquisitions, creating vulnerabilities that led to one of France's most daring thefts.
Americans Buy Groceries on Black Friday Amid Inflation
Soaring inflation forces American shoppers to prioritise daily necessities over luxury items during Black Friday sales, revealing shifting consumer priorities in challenging economic times.
AI Gold Rush: Investors Question Massive Spending
As tech giants pour billions into artificial intelligence, Wall Street is growing anxious. Are these massive AI investments delivering returns, or creating another tech bubble?
AI to Monitor India's ₹11.11 Lakh Crore Infrastructure Push
Exclusive: Government deploys cutting-edge AI and data analytics to monitor massive infrastructure projects in real-time, ensuring taxpayer money creates durable national assets.
Indians Booking Travel Earlier & Spending More: MakeMyTrip Data
Exclusive data from MakeMyTrip's Travel Fest shows Indian travelers are planning trips months in advance and increasing their travel budgets significantly. Discover the emerging patterns shaping India's travel industry.
GST Cut Boosts Bajaj Finance Loans by 27%
Bajaj Finance reports massive 27% growth in festive loan disbursements following GST reduction on consumer goods. Discover how tax cuts are driving consumer spending this festive season.
Tax Cuts Fuel Consumption Boom: India GDP to Hit 8%
India's economy is poised for explosive growth as strategic tax reductions fuel unprecedented consumer spending. Discover how this fiscal stimulus could propel GDP growth to 8% and transform the economic landscape.
UP District Spending: How ₹40,000 Crore Was Calculated
Exclusive analysis reveals the methodology behind Uttar Pradesh's massive district development spending. Discover how officials calculated allocations for 75 districts and what it means for India's largest state.
Gen Z's Little Treat Economy: Small Indulgences, Big Impact
Discover why Gen Z is embracing the 'little treat' culture as an antidote to modern stress and economic uncertainty. This psychological phenomenon reveals how small indulgences provide big emotional relief.
GST Reforms Fuel ₹6 Trillion Festive Shopping Boom
India's festive season witnesses unprecedented consumer spending surge as GST reforms spark massive shopping spree, driving sales to ₹6 trillion milestone with 85% growth in key sectors.
Gen Z Anxiety vs AI Investor Frenzy in India
As Diwali approaches, India's youth battles rising costs and social pressures while investors pour billions into AI startups. Discover the contrasting realities shaping India's economic future.
Big Tech's $380B AI Bet: Winners & Losers Revealed
Alphabet, Meta, and Amazon have poured a staggering $380 billion into AI infrastructure, but new analysis reveals not all investments are paying off equally. Discover which tech giant is leading the AI revolution and who's struggling to see returns.
Tech Giants Pour $380B Into AI Infrastructure Boom
Microsoft, Meta, Amazon and Alphabet lead unprecedented $380 billion capital expenditure surge to dominate the AI revolution. Discover how this massive investment will reshape technology and global markets.
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