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Indian Markets Slide After Budget 2026: What Went Wrong? Budget 2026 has sparked a sharp sell-off in Indian equity markets, with investors reacting negatively to a steep hike in Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on Futures and Options (F&O) trading. While the government reiterated its intent to curb speculative activity, the immediate market response has been…
Kevin Warsh Federal Reserve chair nomination has emerged as a defining moment for US monetary policy after former President Donald Trump formally named the ex-Federal Reserve governor as his choice to succeed Jerome Powell. Powell’s current term as Fed chair is set to conclude in May 2026, and the nomination places Warsh at the center…
India and the European Union are entering a decisive phase in their economic relationship, with Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations and deepening technology cooperation moving in parallel. Together, these developments point to a structural shift—one that goes far beyond tariffs and trade volumes. At stake is long-term access to the European Union’s nearly $20 trillion…
Market Snapshot RBI Ombudsman complaints rose sharply in FY25, underscoring growing stress points in India’s fast-digitising banking ecosystem. According to the RBI Annual Report on the Integrated Ombudsman Scheme (2024–25), the central bank received 13,34,244 customer grievances, a 13.55% jump compared with 11.75 lakh complaints in the previous financial year. The data highlights a clear…
ndia’s export ecosystem is poised for further acceleration in 2026, demonstrating remarkable resilience against persistent global trade headwinds, tariff pressures, and shifting supply-chain dynamics. While external conditions remain uneven, a combination of record export performance, diversified trade relationships, and structural reforms is underpinning optimism among policymakers and industry stakeholders. Record Exports and Sustained Momentum According…
After years of cautious capital markets and a prolonged funding slowdown, the global IPO landscape is showing strong signs of revival. At the center of this resurgence is artificial intelligence, which is rapidly becoming the new benchmark for growth, valuation, and investor confidence. From Silicon Valley to India’s fintech corridors, 2026 is shaping up to…