Category : Economy


Oil Plunges 10% on Strait of Hormuz Reopening, Lifts Stocks

Crude oil prices plummeted more than 10% after the Strait of Hormuz reopened, easing supply fears and sparking a global stock rally. US indices surged, with airlines and cruise lines leading gains amid optimism over easing tensions.

India's Forex Reserves Rise $3.8B to $700.9B in April

India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $3.825 billion to $700.946 billion for the week ended April 10, 2024, as per RBI data. This follows a previous week's gain of $9.063 billion, with gold and foreign currency assets contributing to the rise.

Adani Surpasses Ambani as Asia's Wealthiest Individual

Gautam Adani has reclaimed the title of Asia's richest person with a net worth of $92.6 billion, edging out Mukesh Ambani. The shift follows a rally in Adani Group stocks tied to India's infrastructure and energy transition.

India Falls to 6th Largest Economy: IMF Ranking Explained

India's drop to the world's 6th largest economy in IMF data stems from currency fluctuations and technical revisions, not economic slowdown. With growth projections around 6-6.5%, India remains the fastest-growing major economy globally.

LPG Bookings Fall to 43-44 Lakh in April, Supply Normalizes

Domestic LPG refill bookings have declined to 43-44 lakh cylinders in April from a peak of 89 lakh in March, reducing strain on supplies. Government data shows daily bookings below 50 lakh since April 3, with normal delivery operations.

IMF Forecasts India's GDP Growth at 7.8% for FY25

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects India's GDP to grow by 7.8% in FY25, driven by strong domestic demand and investment. This forecast highlights India's resilience amid global economic challenges.

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