A surplus liquidity could infuse a credit-led consumption demand towards the end of this year, putting pressure on core inflation.

An economy that is forecast to break into the top three before the decade is over has an underwhelming global footprint in advisory and professional services. The government is trying to find ways to change status quo. More than regulatory tweaks, the main constraint for Indian firms may be their mindset, argues a ‘Big Four’ lifer

Trump’s tariff war brings with it unpredictability and a consequent loss of confidence

For consumers to discard brand loyalty altogether and shift to loose/unbranded goods is a sign of income distress. The key question is if listed companies are worried enough to do something about it

The interest rate cut could be a shot in the arm for the entry-level category whose sales are sharply decelerating

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will be the second Indian to space, joining Axiom Space's Ax-4 mission. His experience will aid India’s Gaganyaan mission and human spaceflight advancements. The space flight has been postponed to a future date

Faced with borrowing restrictions, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is tapping into a bold new funding strategy—monetising its highway assets through Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs). This move aims to reduce debt and invite the Indian public to invest directly in the nation's road infrastructure

Government budgets often promise the moon but deliver significantly less when it comes to actual spending. Our analysis of FY25 central government expenditure reveals a disconnect between rhetoric and reality, with several key ministries spending much lower than their allocated budgets while others exceeded their limits

India excels at rapid launches and innovation, but lasting impact demands patient capital, long-term vision, and institutional stewardship. True success will come from those who build — and stay

While business growth is bound to be soft this year, profitability could still cheer

RBI’s rate and CRR cuts aim to revive slowing credit growth, but challenges in NBFC and unsecured lending persist. Will cheaper loans spark demand or fizzle out?

And US versus Chinese solar producers

India's data centre ecosystem is pivotal to its digital growth. Strategic reforms in taxation, regulation, and infrastructure are essential to attract investment, enhance sustainability, and build global digital leadership

India requires $2.5 trillion for climate action by 2030. While global funding commitments fall short, mobilising private capital and regulatory reforms are crucial for bridging this gap in climate finance

Trump’s second-term tariffs, imposed under emergency powers, face legal challenges. Courts question executive overreach, giving countries like India greater leverage in trade negotiations while the administration explores alternative legal pathways

A weaker rupee among rising Asian peers has salutary trade benefits

The volume contribution to market growth has been low for more than a year now

The IEA’s latest World Energy Investment report highlights the shifting trend in energy transition and the need to focus on grid infrastructure and storage

While a rate cut may lower the cost of funds but does it really mean that the cost of trading will decline

RBI’s bold rate cut and CRR slash fuel bank liquidity but pinch margins, leaving investors to navigate a tricky terrain

Though the measures appear bold and decisive, they raise two pivotal questions.

In this article, the author discusses the impact of IPL on food consumption patterns from the point of view of both a business executive and a cricket aficionado

India’s economy grew 7.4% in Q4 FY25, aided by rate cuts and subdued inflation. Yet, global headwinds and sluggish private investment pose medium-term risks, calling for reforms and stronger domestic growth engines. The RBI’s repo and CRR cuts are well-timed responses

Foreign rivals and private equity covet the mid-caps with large shares of key markets

When the central bank does its bit, the rest of the system must respond. So far, the response has been cautious, patchy and uncertain