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TREND | 20 Jul 2025

Softening growth in formal sector dragging down credit growth: Report

Business Line

The weaker GDP growth of the economy has reduced the overall need for borrowing

China defends growth model, eyes consumption as key economic driver

Business Standard | 19 Jul 2025

India Macro Indicators

TREND | 18 Jul 2025

Inflation Hits Record Low, Tesla Arrives In India, Trump-Powell Shake Up The Week That Was

NDTV Profit

The week was buzzing with activity both on micro and macro front of the things.

India Macro Indicators

TREND | 18 Jul 2025

India's CAD to face upward risk amid rising commodity prices: UBI Report

Business Line

We see a marginal upward risk to our estimate for current account (C/A) deficit for FY26 GDP'

India Macro Indicators

TREND | 18 Jul 2025

LTIMindtree Q1 Review: Here's What Held Back Analaysts Ratings Upgrade Despite Earnings Beat

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Morgan Stanley expects the company to maintain the growth and margin momentum.

India Macro Indicators

TREND | 17 Jul 2025

Drugmakers To Sell Popular Blood Thinner Eliquis At 40% Discount

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The discounted price is 40% lower than the US list price, Bristol said, but it's higher than the one the Biden administration negotiated last year under the Inflation Reduction Act.

India Macro Indicators

TREND | 17 Jul 2025

India's goods exports may face pressure in fiscal 2026 amid tariffs: Crisil

Business Standard

Ratings firm CRISIL said that India's goods exports are likely to face some headwinds in fiscal 2026, as reciprocal tariffs imposed by the US are seen to aggravate this. With the tariff hikes expected to come into effect from August, India and the US are negotiating on a bilateral trade agreement and a key monitorable, the report said. The World Trade Organisation forecasts a 0.2 per cent decline in the volume of merchandise trade in 2025 compared to 2.9 per cent in 2024. The report said global growth is expected to slow down to 2.9 per cent in 2025 from 3.3 per cent. Growth in the US, India's largest export destination, is projected to slow to 1.7 per cent from 2.8 per cent. Accordingly, India's merchandise trade is expected to come under pressure this fiscal. However, the current account deficit (CAD) is expected to stay in the safe zone at 1.3 per cent of the GDP in the current financial year. The surplus in services trade, a robust flow of remittances is expected to cushion

India Macro Indicators

TREND | 17 Jul 2025

Inflation may delay rate cuts, but patience will pay off for markets: Hugh Johnson

Economic Times

Hugh Johnson discusses Trump's inability to fire Fed Chair Powell, emphasizing Powell's successful handling of the economy and inflation. Johnson anticipates tariff-related inflation impacting markets, potentially delaying Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Despite near-term challenges, he remains optimistic about future stock market performance, urging patience.

India Macro Indicators

TREND | 17 Jul 2025

ETMarkets Smart Talk | Fixed income remains relevant, but corporate bonds favoured: Joseph Thomas

Economic Times

Emkay Wealth Management suggests shifting focus to corporate bonds and credit risk funds for better yields as gilt fund rallies peak. The Indian market shows strong growth potential, particularly in mid and small-cap segments, driven by a recovering GDP. Investors should prioritize asset allocation and consider managed funds to navigate market volatility.

India Macro Indicators

TREND | 16 Jul 2025

Bank NIMs may shrink by 30 bps in FY26 on loan repricing: Fitch Ratings

Business Standard

Fitch Ratings forecasts margin contraction in FY26 as 45% of bank loans reprice downward quickly; repo rate cuts and unchanged low-cost deposit share are key factors

RBI's liquidity steps to aid 100 bps rate cut transmission in 2025: Fitch

Business Standard | 16 Jul 2025 1 more

India Macro Indicators

TREND | 16 Jul 2025

Markets bracing for tariff-driven price surge: Santosh Rao

Economic Times

Inflation is gradually creeping into the market as prices of imported goods, especially consumer products, have increased. Companies initially absorbed costs due to front-loaded purchases made before tariff deadlines. As existing inventory depletes, consumers will likely feel the pinch more, potentially influencing the Federal Reserve's actions.