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The article highlights that in the Union Budget 2026, government borrowing is now primarily funding capital expenditure, indicating better spending quality and a stronger fiscal deficit. The effective capital spending e…
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The Indian government's record borrowing plan, as announced in the federal budget, has led to a sharp decline in Indian bonds. This has resulted in elevated bond yields, which will increase borrowing costs across the ec…
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The 2026 Indian budget received cautious optimism, but reversing foreign investor outflows remains uncertain. While capital expenditure plans align with expectations, higher taxation on derivatives and a significant pre…
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The Union Budget 2026 introduced several measures that will impact consumer spending and purchasing patterns. Some measures aim to make high-value imports and essential items cheaper, while others add incremental costs…
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Prashant Jain, a prominent investment expert, believes that the Union Budget 2026-27 provides a reasonable investment opportunity over the next 3-4 months despite market volatility. He highlights that large-cap stocks a…
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This cartoon collection 'Pocket-size politics' analyzes how major economic policies and the Union Budget impact the average citizen's finances. It provides a relatable, visual perspective on how high-level decisions tra…
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The Union Budget 2026-27 focuses on strengthening the Indian economy through strategic investments in technology, healthcare, and grassroots entrepreneurship. The government is pushing for the biopharma sector and women…
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The Union Budget 2026 has introduced critical reforms in customs, semiconductors, AI, and other strategic sectors that are expected to boost investment and make India more attractive to global investors. The reforms aim…
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President Trump expressed confidence in his nominee for Federal Reserve chair, Kevin Warsh, despite potential delays in the confirmation process. Republican Senator Thom Tillis has threatened to stall any Fed pick until…
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The Union Budget 2026-27 focused on fiscal prudence and long-term growth, with measures like a hike in Securities Transaction Tax (STT), reforms in buybacks and PIS liberalization, and support for sunrise sectors. This…
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Trump announced Kevin M. Warsh as his pick for the Federal Reserve chair, influenced by Treasury vetting led by Scott Bessent. Warsh's dovish stance on interest rates contrasts with his past hawkish positions, raising q…
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The Indian defence stocks are facing volatility despite a 22% jump in the budget capex allocation. Brokerages remain bullish on BEL, HAL and Mazagon Dock, citing strong order pipelines and indigenisation tailwinds, but…
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The Union Budget 2026 focuses on sustainable employment, with an emphasis on skilling, services, and sector-led ecosystems. Key growth areas include healthcare, the orange economy, and tourism. The budget aims to create…
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The Union Budget 2023-24 has focused on continuity and fiscal discipline, despite global economic uncertainties. While borrowing targets raise concerns, the emphasis is on proactive liquidity management to ensure lower…
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CBIC Chairman Vivek Chaturvedi projected a 6.3% GST revenue growth with a 0.94 buoyancy for FY27, even after tax rate reductions on about 375 items effective September 22, 2025. This highlights the government's confiden…
Read full storyThe analysis of Budget 2025-26 highlights a significant gap between policy announcements and ground-level implementation. While the budget speech emphasized pledges for climate and farm sectors, actual progress one year…
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Temasek Holdings and Life Insurance Corporation of India are planning to sell shares in the National Stock Exchange of India's upcoming IPO, which is expected to raise around Rs 23,000 crore. State Bank of India and SBI…
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) intervened to strengthen the Indian rupee after the announcement of the federal budget, which negatively impacted government bonds and equities. The budget prioritized manufacturing but l…
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Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath criticized the STT hike on equity derivatives, stating it won't curb speculation, which is predominantly in options. He warned that increased taxes could harm futures volumes, liquidity, an…
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The Indian Rupee achieved its best single-day gain in over a month, primarily driven by the Reserve Bank of India's likely intervention through dollar sales. This strategic move, combined with modest foreign inflows, he…
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The central government has allocated Rs 67,300 crore for the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in the next fiscal's budget. This significant funding aims to further expand tap water connections to rural households, building on t…
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The article discusses the strong showing of Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi's party in the upcoming election on February 8, 2026. This victory would solidify Takaichi's grip on her party and give her a mandate for her…
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India's market borrowings are set to rise significantly in FY27, reaching Rs 17.2 lakh crore, a 17.7% increase year-on-year. This substantial jump in gross borrowings is expected to put pressure on bond markets. The gov…
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MCX shares experienced a significant decline of 20% over 3 days due to a rout in gold and silver prices. This volatility was driven by speculation around US monetary policy and the Federal Reserve chair nomination. Desp…
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