Economy

Eighth Central Pay Commission to revise salaries from 2026 for a 10-year period

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | US Fed cuts rates, but foggy road ahead

In October 30 edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Indian sugar mills in sticky ethanol spot, time to dream big and embrace global expansion, India’s consumption boom must power its manufacturing future, and more

OPINION | India’s consumption boom must power its manufacturing future

India’s GST cuts have boosted consumption, but rising imports threaten domestic industry. To harness this demand, India must strengthen manufacturing through import substitution, PLI schemes, and strategic trade partnerships

OPINION | Indian Business: Time to dream big, embrace global expansion

For all its achievements, Indian industry is woefully short of global corporate brands. Given this context, the current geoeconomic scenario presents Indian firms with an opportunity to leapfrog ahead through smart acquisitions. And it’s Europe which provides the best of these opportunities

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | What does the rising tide of credit card spending tell us?

In October 29 edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Clearly, the risk of future defaults looms large if the economy and job market falter.

IIP growth slows to a three-month low of 4% in September

The weaker print can be attributed to a tepid manufacturing quarter, impacted by heavy rains in parts of the country and temporary disruptions linked to the GST rate rationalisation implemented in late September

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Growing risk to farm incomes from unseasonal rains

For Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama October 28 edition: US sanctions on Russian oil could impact inflation, youth and women voters hold the key in poll-bound Bihar, India must lead the thermal frontier in space, and more

E-commerce, two-wheelers and credit cards get festive boost after GST cuts

Consumption rebounds across categories as tax reforms and digital adoption lift demand

Business confidence dips after three quarters of rise, shows NCAER survey

Global policy shifts and GST changes weigh on sentiment; capacity use remains strong

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Resilient realty

For Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama October 27 edition: RBI’s new capital market exposure rules explained, a look at the structural challenges ahead, a US-China trade deal may not end their strategic rivalry, and more

Business in the Week Ahead (October 27-31, 2025)

The IPO rush hour is building. The coming week will give you a glimpse of it. That’s not all, brace for a clutch of high frequency indicators like IIP and fiscal deficit. Earnings numbers are also rolling. Do keep a watch

The Reading List: October 24, 2025

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 | Fresh blood in banking

For Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama October 24 edition: Indian elections are caught in a populist loop, walking the fine line between growth and green, the real cost of your investment, stagnant productivity as lenders chase deposits, and more

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | A decent start to Q2 results season

For Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama October 23 edition: What Q3 VC funding reveals about AI dominance, will electronics industry’s hi-tech value addition bid succeed?, how to ramp up India’s nuclear capacity, and more

OPINION | The EU steel ‘action plan’ and its implications for India

As the EU prepares an ambitious Action Plan to rescue and decarbonise its steel industry, India must assess the global impacts, policy lessons, and cooperation opportunities arising from Europe’s evolving strategy

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Beyond the festive glow

For Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama October 20 edition: Afghanistan-Pakistan and a new flashpoint, long-term bonds on fiscal tightrope, buy in Muhurat trading sell at year-end, Swadeshi is more than just buying local, and more

OPINION | Google, Vizag and Bengaluru: Questions about policy of progress and intent

India’s economic federalism, in parts, is busy chasing investments. But when public policy becomes a scoreboard, who keeps score of purpose, delivery, and dignity — and are we even asking the right questions?

OPINION | Swadeshi is more than shopping local, it’s about fostering self-reliance

Sanghnomics: The concept of ‘Swadeshi’ transcends mere buying Indian goods, emphasizing national self-reliance in production, knowledge, and culture. It calls for intellectual, technological, and civilizational independence in a globalized world

Moneycontrol Pro Weekender | Samvat 2082: The Will to Rise

After a turbulent Samvat 2081, the markets step into the new year not with fireworks but with quiet resolve and the will to rise

The Reading List: October 17, 2025

A selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Tariff noise, empty vessel?

For Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama October 17 edition: Tea drinkers rejoice but growers balk at price side, decoding India's trade deficit, impact of port fees on global trade politics, struggles of India's media & entertainment industry, and more

India to launch first household income survey in over five decades to track welfare impact

Survey to capture earnings, government cash transfers, and welfare benefits across states

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Will the festive season sparkle continue?

For Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama October 16 edition: MPC minutes show a policy pause, Google puts India on its AI map, India’s home-grown technology alternatives enter the big league, Gold loans haven’t had it better, and more

OPINION | From Fantasy Cricket to Forecast GDP: A better game for India

India can channel its appetite for instant outcomes into regulated, event-based markets. Linking small, transparent bets to official economic data strengthens policy, enables practical hedging, protects households, and improves market integrity

OPINION | Gold loans haven’t had it better, but lenders shouldn’t throw caution to the wind

The surge in gold price provides a platform for a big push in gold loans. However, the risk of gold’s adverse price movement should engender caution