The United States has entered a new phase of economic management—one where the central bank is no longer focused solely on taming inflation but also on cushioning a labor market showing its first signs of fatigue. The quarter-point reduction in the benchmark lending rate, bringing it down to a ran...
At a time when punitive tariffs from the United States threaten to squeeze exports and dampen investments, India has chosen to shield its economy by revamping the tax structure to stimulate domestic demand.This is an unusual weapon to counter an external economic assault: providing cheaper goods for...
India’s farmland has always carried the burden of uncertainty. The rhythm of the monsoon, the vagaries of temperature, and the volatility of market prices combine to keep millions of farmers on edge.Against this backdrop, the quiet rise of farming beneath solar panels offers a glimpse of a differe...
The Indian economy continues to demonstrate impressive growth, but its complex and often archaic regulatory framework is taking a significant toll.At every level of government—central, state, and municipal—a maze of regulations imposes a heavy compliance burden on businesses, driving up costs an...
India’s creator economy is evolving rapidly—from a novelty into a structured, monetised ecosystem powered by influence and tech-enabled branding. Today, over four million individuals are identified as content creators, supported by a burgeoning ₹3,500 crore influencer marketing industry.What...
India’s granaries are overflowing—particularly with wheat and rice production surpassing official targets. Yet, this abundance paints a curious picture of prosperity marred by structural inefficiencies.Policymakers can ill afford to overlook this situation. If left unaddressed, it could rebound ...
The southwest monsoon has arrived eight days ahead of schedule, and its early onset could ripple through the economy, influence political narratives, and bring much-needed relief to millions across the country.As the monsoon touched down in Kerala, it brought with it the promise of bountiful harvest...
Growing asymmetries in short-term money market rates are threatening the effectiveness of monetary transmission. And this isn’t the view of a skeptic—it’s the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) that has flagged this concerning trend.Despite the RBI’s efforts to inject liquidity into the system and ...
Operating in a business-friendly environment, India's private sector is posting record profits. Yet, it remains hesitant to invest in expanding its capacity. This presents a paradox and raises fundamental questions about the structural and cyclical factors influencing corporate investment decis...
Even if one does not pay much attention to the oft-repeated quote, “April is the cruelest month,” April 2 marks the deadline set by U.S. President Donald Trump to impose reciprocal tariffs. On April 1, stock markets reflected investor anxiety, with the BSE closing 1.8% lower amid unc...
