The information technology (IT) sector is expected to experience moderated growth during the transition phase of a new technology cycle. According to a report by Morgan Stanley, spending on IT services may increase at a slower rate compared to the overall growth of the United States economy.
The US administration has imposed a 10 per cent ad valorem import duty on articles imported into the United States, after the Supreme Court struck down the reciprocal tariffs imposed by them under the IEEPA, terming them as illegal.
A White House Official, when asked whether India will have to pay 10 per cent tariffs and whether they will replace previous tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), told ANI, "Yes, 10% until another authority is invoked."
Disinflation in the United States is expected to continue into 2026, driven by a combination of weak labour market trends, fragile monetary conditions, and slowing economic activity, according to a report by the State Bank of India (SBI).
Speaking on the budget, Gogoi said, "Given its absolute power, the government appears to believe a budget for growth and development is unnecessary. Countries such as the US, the EU, and China have aggressive economic policies, and in comparison, this budget does not reflect the same leve
US President Donald Trump defended his global tariff policies in Iowa, saying he hopes to win the Supreme Court case and will pursue tariffs regardless of the outcome. The court has delayed ruling, leaving uncertainty over the legality of the measures.
California Governor Gavin Newsom criticised US President Donald Trump's economic claims at Davos, blaming tariffs and mass deportation for harming supply chains. He cited weaker job numbers and persistent inflation, and said the policies were hurting ranchers, farmers, small businesses an
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday lauded the United States' economic performance, saying the country's economic boom benefits the entire world, while noting that global economic conditions depend on the US.
A sudden collapse in artificial intelligence (AI) investment could make the United States economy vulnerable, as AI-related capital expenditure has emerged as a key driver of economic growth in recent years, highlighted a report by Jefferies.
Trump added that companies are establishing factories and businesses across the country "at a level never seen before" because domestically manufactured products face no tariffs.
Copper prices are expected to extend their bull run into the first half of 2026, supported by persistent global supply constraints, limited new mine capacity and a recovery in demand across key consuming sectors, analysts and industry participants said.
Artificial intelligence-related investments are set to accelerate sharply in 2026 as companies expand spending to keep pace with the fast-growing AI revolution, according to a report by Fitch Ratings.