India's Economic Future: From Plumbing to Execution
India's last decade focused on economic plumbing with digital systems and infrastructure. The next must prioritize reforms and consistent execution at state levels for inclusive growth.
Category : Economy
Economic Survey 2025-26 Highlights and Growth Outlook
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables Economic Survey 2025-26 in Parliament, projecting 7.4% GDP growth. Key themes include inflation, fiscal policy, and sectoral trends.
Fed Holds Rates Steady as Powell's Term Nears End
The Federal Reserve maintains benchmark rates at 3.5%-3.75% in a 10-2 vote, offering little clarity on future cuts amid political pressure and internal dissent as Chair Jerome Powell's term ends in May.
Economic Survey 2025-26: FM Sitharaman Tables Report in Parliament
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Economic Survey 2025-26 in Parliament today, January 29, 2026. The report assesses India's economic performance and sets the stage for the upcoming Union Budget on February 1.
Economic Survey 2026: Insights and Expectations
India's Ministry of Finance prepares to table the Economic Survey 2026 in Parliament, offering a detailed analysis of FY2025-26 ahead of the Union Budget 2026-27 announcement.
Economic Survey 2026: Key Factors Before Budget
The Economic Survey 2026, presented on January 29, analyzes India's economy before the Union Budget. It covers growth, inflation, employment, and AI outlook.
Economic Survey 2026: Watch Live & Download PDF Guide
Economic Survey 2026 will be presented on January 29 at 11 AM by CEA V Anantha Nageswaran. Complete guide on live streaming and downloading the PDF document.
Rupee Hits All-Time Low of 91.99 vs Dollar
The Indian rupee depreciated 31 paise to close at a historic low of 91.99 against the US dollar on Wednesday, pressured by month-end dollar demand and geopolitical concerns, despite early gains from trade optimism.
Budget 2026: Tax Certainty & PLI Expansion Key for Growth
Ayush Nagpal, Partner at SAM, emphasizes boosting tax certainty and expanding Production-Linked Incentive schemes in Budget 2026 to sustain India's economic growth momentum and attract investments.
India's Consumption Boom Faces Wage Growth Hurdle
India's consumption story is challenged by wage growth issues. While tax cuts boost short-term demand, sustained growth requires higher wages. Analysis covers rural-urban trends and budget implications.
SBI Research: Budget 2026-27 to Focus on Fiscal Strategy Amid Global Flux
SBI Research's pre-Budget assessment projects India's nominal GDP growth at 10.5-11% for FY27, with fiscal deficit around 4.2% of GDP. The report highlights global challenges but expects India to maintain macro stability through calibrated fiscal policies
Budget 2026: Focus on Capex, Consumption Amid Global Uncertainty
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present Union Budget 2026 on February 1, her ninth budget. Analysts expect focus on domestic manufacturing, supply chains while maintaining fiscal discipline amid global trade tensions.
Gujarat Inc. Seeks Reforms, Capex & Green Policies in Budget 2026
Gujarat's business leaders call for reforms, increased capital expenditure, and sustainable growth policies in the upcoming Union Budget 2026 to boost the state's economy.
India's IIP Grows 7.8% in December, Shows Strong Recovery
India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recorded robust growth of 7.8% in December 2023, indicating strong industrial recovery and economic momentum.
Union Budget 2026: 8 Key Factors for India's Economy
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present her ninth consecutive Union Budget, Mint identifies eight crucial elements that will determine India's growth path amid global uncertainties and domestic challenges.
Trump: Can Control Dollar 'Like Yo-Yo' Amid Decline
US President Donald Trump asserts he can manipulate the dollar's value as it hits a multi-year low, raising concerns about economic strategy and market confidence.
Budget 2026: FM's 9th Consecutive Presentation Amid Global Tensions
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents her ninth consecutive Budget on February 1, 2026, with India's economy showing robust 7.4% GDP growth despite global VUCA challenges, though tax relief expectations remain low due to revenue constraints.
Rupee Falls 11 Paise to Close at 91.79 vs Dollar
The Indian rupee weakened by 11 paise against the US dollar, closing at 91.79 amid global market volatility and domestic economic factors.
Economic Survey 2025-26: Insights Before Budget 2026
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to table Economic Survey 2025-26 on January 29, 2026, offering detailed assessment of India's economy and future growth prospects ahead of Union Budget presentation.
Rajan Calls for Strategic Budget Focus on Economic Resilience
Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan emphasizes the need for India's Union Budget to adopt a long-term strategic vision, focusing on economic resilience, independence, and sustainable growth amid global uncertainties.
Could a 'New Dollar' Fix America's Affordability Crisis?
Americans are angry about high prices despite real wage gains. The 'money illusion' makes nominal prices feel worse than they are. Could redenomination, like France's 'heavy franc', offer a psychological fix?
Rajan: Budget Needs Long-Term Vision for Economy
Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan emphasizes that India's budget must focus on a longer-term vision to build economic resilience, noting past disconnects with five-year plans.
India's Growth Strong But Budget Has Little Room for Tax Cuts
Devina Mehra analyzes India's economic paradox: strong GDP growth contrasts with sluggish tax collections, leaving minimal budget space for tax concessions or increased spending on critical areas like health and education.
RBI: States Need Different Budgets as Populations Age Differently
RBI's latest study highlights how Indian states are at varying stages of demographic transition, requiring customized fiscal policies and budget allocations to address unique age-related challenges.
Gold Hits $5,000/oz on Dollar Fears and Debt Crisis
Gold price crosses $5,000 per ounce for the first time, driven by fears of US dollar instability, geopolitical chaos, and an impending debt crisis, with central bank stockpiling and investor speculation fueling the surge.
Budget 2026: Boost Public Capex, Contain Borrowing Costs
The upcoming Union Budget must focus on enhancing public capital expenditure in local infrastructure while controlling fiscal deficit to support India's economic growth amid global uncertainties.
Yield Curve Steepens Again on Weak Consumer Data
A surprising drop in US consumer confidence has reignited the Treasury yield curve steepening trend, with short-term yields falling on expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts this year.
Dollar Hits Four-Year Low as Yen Intervention Risk Rises
The US dollar fell to its lowest level in nearly four years against major currencies as traders brace for potential coordinated intervention and await the Federal Reserve's rate decision.
Gold at ₹1.66 Lakh/10g, Silver at ₹3.7 Lakh/kg: Record Highs
Gold prices in India have surged to an unprecedented ₹1,66,000 per 10 grams, while silver has reached a lifetime high of ₹3,70,000 per kilogram, driven by strong global cues and festive demand.
Budget 2026: Logistics Investment Key for Exports, Says YCH India
YCH India's Country General Manager Jossy Sebastian emphasizes that Budget 2026 must prioritize port connectivity, multimodal networks, and digital logistics to enhance India's global supply chain competitiveness and export growth.
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