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Low urban wage growth has been one of the structural drags on deposit growth, especially CASA.
India’s critical minerals for a clean-energy future really are buried in plain sight; in the smartphones, laptops and batteries we discard every day. Unlocking them is not optional, it is strategic
When monetary policy is set to meet government budgetary needs, these institutions become piggy banks
Article 143 has not only served as a means of constitutional clarification but has also helped shape the trajectory of India’s constitutional development in a way that continues to safeguard the foundational principles of justice and separation of powers
As deepfakes rise, reputation must be engineered through tech and culture. Quick, verified responses will safeguard India's top companies’ trust and relevance
A shift from defined benefit to defined contribution pension plans taking place in Europe could alter how one of the largest group of institutional investors behaves
A new wave of AI-powered browsers is emerging, potentially sparking the third major browser war as companies race to integrate agentic AI capabilities that could challenge Google Chrome's dominance
TMC’s annual Shahid Diwas rally in Kolkata outlined the party’s overarching approach to 2026 assembly election. Rather than focus on segments of the population, the party will position itself as the defender of regional pride, particularly Bengali language. Implicit is the portrayal of BJP as the outside force, posing a threat to Bengali culture
Companies faced difficulty in rapidly installing pollution control systems
Prudence is the sharpest tool in this uncertain terrain, and banks choosing caution over reckless growth are likely to emerge stronger when the skies clear
The current savings crisis is more than an economic issue—it reflects shifting values and behaviours. A big part of the story is generational. Household savings don’t just help individuals, they form the bedrock of national investment
And thoughts on the Israeli market
The US Department of State has officially designated The Resistance Front (TRF) as a terrorist organisation, affirming India’s position on its ties to Pakistan-backed Lashkar-e-Tayyiba, aiding counter-terrorism efforts
Acqui-hiring accelerates innovation by acquiring skilled AI teams, bypassing recruitment challenges. This trend, especially in India, allows companies to quickly integrate expertise, enhance products, and secure financial exits for startups
The disruption that is hitting the manufacturing sector could come for healthcare next
E-commerce had a 11.8 percent channel share in the first quarter of 2025 in metro markets but the real story is in the giant share it is taking of incremental sales
The EU’s latest sanctions strategy reveals more about its geopolitical helplessness than its ability to shape the outcome of the Russia-Ukraine war
US Federal Reserve’s operational independence is not a gift from the political executive and legislature. It’s the outcome of prior bouts of inflation, with the system adapting to reach the most effective way to combat it. Undermining it will have long-term consequences in financial markets
The US plan to narrow the focus of G20 to just financial matters could be difficult to achieve, as global focus is on sustainable development
For more than a decade, cryptocurrencies have created a parallel decentralised payments architecture as opposed to the centralised global financial system dominated by select intermediaries. Trump’s championing of stablecoins along with Mastercard’s embrace of blockchain can lead to the convergence of disparate worlds
Analysts pared FY26 profit margin expectations of major IT companies after June quarter results
The new U.S. legislation to support stablecoin, a digital currency backed by the US dollar, will have global implications. It will open up risks and opportunities for India. The government may have to make legal and financial arrangements to deal with the new situation, which will enhance the dominance of the U.S. dollar on the international financial system
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.
Senior supervisory managers upping their engagement with banks has instilled disciple and brought about some moral responsibility in dealing with matters that are not clear-cut. But can supervision be made proactive? How about involving SSMs as observers in critical board meetings, such as the Audit Committee Board (ACB) for a start?
Access fees that the sector say will protect customers could also act as a competitive barrier
