The rupee on Friday tumbled past the 88-per-dollar mark for the first time, finishing the day at an all-time closing low of 88.19 (provisional). The sharp fall of 61 paise came amid escalating trade frictions with the US, month-end dollar demand and sustained foreign fund withdrawals.Dealers said the currency was under continuous stress after Washington…
The United States has moved to end its long-standing de minimis tariff exemption for small international packages, eliminating duty-free entry for imports valued at $800 or less. The change, effective Friday, August 29, follows an executive order issued last month and comes nearly two years earlier than the original Congressional timeline. It is expected to…
PM Modi at India-Japan Economic Forum Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India and Japan are poised to jointly influence the Asian century’s trajectory towards stability, growth and prosperity. He made the remarks while addressing the India-Japan Economic Forum during his two-day visit to Tokyo.“In India, capital doesn’t just grow, it multiplies. You are…
Indian refineries, alongside their Asian counterparts, have increased their orders when US crude. (AI image) Indian refiners have stepped up their purchase of US oil in August, as competitive prices have enhanced the appeal of American crude. The move comes at a time when the Donald Trump administration has imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods…
Gold price prediction: Intraday traders can look for buying opportunities on dips near ₹1,01,850, with a stop-loss placed at ₹1,01,450. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold rates suggest a ‘buy on dips’ strategy, says Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst – Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities. Here is his strategy for gold investors:Gold futures on…
Chris Wood further observed that India’s ongoing Russian oil purchases have become a major point. (AI image) The Donald Trump administration’s move to impose 50% tariffs on India is ‘draconian’, according to Jefferies’ emerging markets strategist Chris Wood, who believes that the step will lead to a direct hit of $55-60 billion.According to an ET…
Urjit Patel appointed executive Director to IMF (File photo) Former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Dr Urjit Patel has been appointed as Executive Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) from India for a three-year term, according to a Personnel Ministry order. The appointment was cleared by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet. Patel,…
Market experts indicate that supportive measures will provide stability to domestic markets despite international trade challenges. (AI image) Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, opened in green on Thursday after a sharp decline in the last two trading sessions. While Nifty50 was above 24,500, BSE Sensex was up over 100…
Sanand: Semiconductor company CG Semi is expected to roll out the first ‘Made in India’ chip from its pilot facility here soon, union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday. CG Semi’s G1 or pilot facility was inaugurated by Vaishnaw along with Gujarat chief minister Bhupendrabhai Patel. “CG Pilot line has started today. It is a…
Mumbai: In a broader indication of a succession plan at the 160-year-old Shapoorji Pallonji Group, Shapoorji Mistry, 61, has stepped down as the chairman of the group’s “crown jewel” Afcons Infrastructure, while his son Pallon Mistry, 33, has been inducted into the board of the listed company. The foundation for the succession plan was laid…
