Economy

Record highs across S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Asian benchmarks mask rising systemic risks, says UK central bank official.

Avis Budget Group's stock surged 600% in a short squeeze before plummeting nearly 70 percent over two days, wiping out most gains amid speculation of a stock sale.

The Iran-US standoff in the Strait of Hormuz may be more damaging than the war itself, as oil at reclaims $100 a barrel for the first time in over two weeks, trade disruption and market risks weigh on India

Why access alone is not enough — from shorter workweeks and financial hedging to women's banking freedom in India.

The US has sanctioned a Chinese refinery and dozens of vessels for alleged Iranian oil trade, intensifying pressure on Tehran ahead of key diplomatic talks.

The move comes at a time when the energy market continues to see heightened volatility due to the closure of Strait of Hormuz.

China said it would carefully assess the impact on its national interests if the bills are enacted and vowed to take necessary steps to safeguard the lawful rights of domestic companies, without detailing potential countermeasures.

Stocks hit record highs as hopes rise for US-Iran talks with envoys heading to Pakistan and a positive Intel forecast boosting market sentiment amid easing Fed uncertainties.

The inquiry was launched against Jerome Powell in January 2026, shortly before Kevin Warsh was announced as his successor.

Supply-chain disruptions could be just two weeks away if tensions in the ongoing US-Iran conflict continue.

Rs 29 lakh drones vs Rs 34 crore interceptors expose a production gap — and this emerged as a key factor in the ongoing US-Iran war.

The brokerage estimates that a Rs 10 hike could have an approximately 75 basis points impact on inflation, including second-order effects.

Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath flagged growing wealth concentration, warning idle capital and AI could deepen global divides.

Oil-linked supply shocks from the West Asia conflict squeeze textile chains, driving up costs for global fast fashion brands.

The announcement came days after Pakistan received a $3 billion financial aid from Saudi Arabia.

The Bank of England warns global stock markets may fall as current valuations overlook significant economic risks and vulnerabilities, signaling a potential market adjustment.

IDBI Bank's privatisation process has been under way since 2023, when DIPAM received multiple expressions of interest from bidders.

India and New Zealand to sign FTA on Monday.

A rally in the S&P 500 paused, with the index dropping as much as 1.3% before paring its decline

The agency estimated preliminary duty rates of around 123.04% for Indian imports, 35.17% for imports from Indonesia, and 22.46% for imports from Laos.