Budget 2026: Agri sector seeks higher outlay for infra, push for research, climate-smart farming
EY notes that without climate-smart agriculture, the sector would face significant losses in the next 15 years.
OPINION | Budget 2026 tests India’s FTAs at customs and borders
As India readies Budget 2026–27, the effectiveness of FTAs hinges on customs reform, predictable border processes, and simpler origin rules, without which trade agreements risk remaining underutilised despite tariff concessions
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Metals on a roll, how should you invest?
In this Moneycontrol Pro Panorama edition: IMF data contradicts prevailing global slowdown narrative, markets debate whether Nifty has peaked twice, India’s healthcare demand far outpaces system capacity, and more
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Beyond defence spending
In this Moneycontrol Pro Panorama edition: Defence spending shows delivery discipline, negotiations with EU near closure amid strategic urgency, large-cap results set near-term market trend, leadership role reshapes geopolitical balance, and more
OPINION | What finance sector expects from Union Budget 2026
Stakeholders expect higher capex-led growth, deeper regulatory simplification, eased FDI norms, faster dispute resolution, and enhanced GIFT-IFSC incentives to boost investment, sustain fiscal discipline, and strengthen India’s financial competitiveness globally
IMF revises India growth outlook upwards; pegs FY26 at 7.3%, FY27 at 6.4%
Stronger-than-expected momentum prompts upgrades even as growth is seen moderating beyond next year
OPINION | Tiger Global ruling: Why India’s tax certainty debate is back in focus
At the heart of the judgment lies the Court’s endorsement of the principle - that transactions must be evaluated in light of, inter alia, commercial realities
OPINION | How a Sunday Budget stiffens our collective spine
Nothing builds character quite like fiscal responsibility delivered on a Sunday
OPINION | Budgeting process for India’s defence is far better than commonly believed
Flexibility is a key feature of the process, with governments enhancing outlays immediately when there’s an enhanced level of threat or conflict. Last year, for example, there was an immediate increase in outlay following the conflict with Pakistan
India may resurvey urban slums after 15 years in 2027
Fresh nationwide exercise planned for 2027 to reassess scale, living conditions and population in informal settlements
The Reading List: January 16, 2026
Our research and opinion teams have curated a selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance for your weekend read
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | The real job
In this Moneycontrol Pro Panorama edition: India’s quick commerce growth requires strategic regulatory support, rural job market remains stable despite urban slowdown, national security should be a Budget priority, forex market has greater impact on fixed-income investors, and more
OPINION | Budget 2026 and the expectations of emerging sectors
As Budget 2026 approaches, emerging technology sectors seek tax incentives, simplified IP regimes, expanded GCC benefits, and funding support to drive innovation, employment, and long-term economic growth
Budget 2026 may ease curbs on import of gasification equipment from border countries like China
In 2024, the government had announced an outlay of Rs 8,500 crore for promoting coal and lignite gasification
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | What the World Bank’s upgrade really means for India
In this Moneycontrol Pro Panorama edition: A sturdier global economy buys India time, not complacency.
OPINION | India’s growth is holding up, but with narrower foundations
India’s growth risks becoming narrow and unequal unless productivity-led sectors generate large-scale employment, reconnecting economic expansion with jobs, incomes and inclusive development
Govt considering chain-linking of IIP to keep with global standards
Shift from fixed-base index could modernise industrial data but bring frequent revisions
OPINION | Budget 2026 should provide a fillip to sustain and grow manufacturing momentum
India’s manufacturing momentum demands Budget 2026 support through digitalisation, MSME competitiveness, skilled workforce development and sustainable infrastructure to cement the nation’s position as a leading global manufacturing hub
GST cuts show up fastest in durables and automobiles as prices fall sharply
Big-ticket items see quicker pass-through, while everyday goods show only modest relief
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | What do early results signal? Is the worst behind IT?
For this Moneycontrol Pro Panorama edition: Geopolitics strain alliances over Greenland’s resources, low inflation contrasts with strong policy messaging, infrastructure spending to support cement demand, and more
OPINION | Industry seeks tax, GST and duty reforms across oil and gas
The oil and gas industry urges reforms in cess, GST, duties and incentives to improve upstream earnings, reduce costs, promote natural gas, boost domestic production and enhance investment
OPINION | Union Budget 2026 and India’s Evolving Global Tax Framework: Balancing revenue, compliance and investment
There have been significant tax reforms. Now, the task of policy is to harmonise domestic administration with evolving international standards
Overall inflation stays below 2%; protein inflation rises
While inflation has remained below 2 percent for four consecutive months, not all items have been witnessing a decline
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Trading drought
For this Moneycontrol Pro Panorama edition: US explores post-Khamenei leadership scenarios, planning finances amid uncertain economic outlook, banks seek reforms not excessive intervention, and more
OPINION | US decline is overstated; India’s chance to influence affairs is underestimated
If the world values norms, uses international groups to limit single countries’ actions, and lets smaller countries work together around shared principles, then India’s influence, though limited, can be used most effectively
