Category : Economy


Parliament Passes 100% FDI Limit Bill

Lok Sabha passes landmark bill raising FDI limit to 100% to attract foreign capital. Finance Minister Sitharaman emphasizes competition benefits. Read the full story.

India to scrap GDP 'discrepancies' in new data series

India's statistics ministry plans to eliminate the contentious 'discrepancies' component from GDP calculations. The new series, with a 2022-23 base year, aims for greater accuracy, with a full back series expected by February 2027.

Axis Bank: India's Economy to Grow 7.5% in FY27

Axis Bank's chief economist Neelkanth Mishra projects robust 7.5% growth for India in FY27, citing easing macro headwinds and structural reforms. He also addresses rupee stability and policy priorities.

Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.7% in November

India's unemployment rate fell to a 7-month low of 4.7% in November 2025, according to official data. Read the full analysis of this positive economic trend.

Private Sector Growth Hits 10-Month Low, Hiring Stalls

India's private sector activity expanded at its slowest pace in 10 months in December, with hiring nearly stagnant, PMI data shows. Growth remains robust but signals a moderation from recent highs. Read the full analysis.

Indian Rupee Weakens Past 91 per US Dollar

The Indian rupee fell sharply to cross 91 against the US dollar, driven by heavy FII outflows and US-India trade uncertainty. Experts analyze the causes and future outlook. Read more.

WPI Inflation Negative for 2nd Straight Month at -0.26%

India's wholesale inflation remained in deflationary territory for the second consecutive month in June 2024 at -0.26%, driven by falling food and fuel prices. Read the full analysis of the economic implications.

Dollar dips vs yen; BoJ rate hike, US data in focus

The US dollar weakened against the yen and Swiss franc as markets brace for a pivotal week featuring the Bank of Japan's expected rate hike and a flood of delayed US economic data. Stay updated on key forex movements.

India's WPI inflation negative for second month

India's wholesale inflation remained in deflation at -0.32% in November, easing input costs. Food, fuel prices fell. Experts warn of a potential rebound. Read the full analysis.

Unemployment Rate Drops to 4.7% in November

India's job market shows strength as the unemployment rate falls to a new low of 4.7% in November 2025, with gains in rural employment and female participation. Explore the key insights from the latest PLFS data.

India's GDP Glow vs. Ground Reality

India's impressive GDP numbers face scrutiny. Experts warn they may be overstated, creating an illusion of growth. Dive into the structural concerns behind the headline figures.

Frontier Markets See 40% Rally, Optimism for 2026

Frontier markets like Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Ghana are investor darlings in 2025, with indices soaring over 40%. Discover why fund managers are bullish for 2026 and which economies offer the next big opportunity.

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