Reserve Bank of India is expected to keep key policy rates unchanged at its upcoming monetary policy review meeting, slated during February 4-6, 2026, according to Crisil.
India's economic growth remains resilient despite global macro-economic challenges, with supportive domestic factors expected to aid a pick-up in growth going forward, highlighted a report by HSBC Mutual Fund.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 12: Digital innovation is transforming the way savings accounts are opened, managed, and used. At AU Small Finance Bank, the growing adoption of digital banking platforms has helped savings accounts evolve beyond basic deposit products into efficient too
US President Donald Trump has announced a one-year cap on credit card interest rates, proposing a maximum rate of 10 per cent, to be effective from January 20.
In India, growth is projected to moderate from an estimated 7.4 per cent in 2025 to 6.6 per cent in 2026. Resilient household spending, strong public investment, and lower interest rates are expected to underpin economic activity.
Analysts at ICICI Direct expect further US Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2026, and persistent concerns over rising global debt, and questions around long-term Fed independence are likely to keep gold attractive as a hedge against macroeconomic uncertainty. "Concerns over Fed independence will
The Indian automotive sector concluded the final month of 2025 with robust performance across major segments, driven by improved macroeconomic conditions and positive rural sentiment. According to a report by Asit C. Mehta Investment Interrmediates Limited (ACMIIL), the industry benefited fr
India's banking sector has remained resilient, underpinned by calibrated risk management and improving asset quality, with overall credit offtake expected to strengthen in the near term as interest rates soften, GST rationalisation progresses, and festive demand continues, according to a
Geopolitical developments could also influence prices in the coming months. "Russia and Ukraine are serious about settling down. There are peace talks happening," he said. He also referred to trade discussions, noting, "Between India and the US, tariff talks are going on. If these two subjec
Global dealmaking activity is surging as companies use "dream deals" to gain new technology and grow their market size. The Goldman Sachs 2026 Global M&A Outlook report shows that global M&A volumes increased by 40 per cent year-over-year. A major part of this growth comes from the largest t
Considering the benign inflation outlook - headline as well as core - real interest rates need to be lower. Therefore, I vote for a 25-bps rate cut. This will also stimulate demand and be growth-supportive," the statement from the RBI Governor said in the minutes.
The domestic equity markets opened with gains on Friday, tracking positive cues from Asian markets after the Bank of Japan (BoJ) raised interest rates to the highest level in 30 years.