US Stocks Face Test from Earnings, Inflation Data
US stocks start 2026 strong but face volatility from Q4 bank earnings and key CPI data. Analysts watch Fed policy and consumer health. Get the latest market insights.
US stocks start 2026 strong but face volatility from Q4 bank earnings and key CPI data. Analysts watch Fed policy and consumer health. Get the latest market insights.
India's retail inflation likely accelerated to 1.6% in December, driven by easing food deflation. This marks the end of the ultra-low price trend of 2025. Read the full analysis.
India Ratings projects a 'goldilocks' phase of robust growth and low inflation to persist into 2026-27, forecasting 6.9% GDP expansion and 3.8% CPI inflation. Key data revisions are expected in February.
India's inflation has stayed below 1% for two months, raising concerns for farmers, manufacturing, and fiscal health. Experts argue 4% is the healthy target. Read the full analysis.
Turkey's annual inflation slowed to 30.9% in December, marking a fourth straight month of decline. While official data shows improvement, independent economists dispute the figures. Read more on the economic outlook.
India's retail inflation likely surged to 1.66% in Dec 2025 from 0.71% in Nov, driven by food prices. Core inflation projected at 4.68%. Official data due Jan 12, 2026. Read more.
India's retail inflation rose to 1.66% in Dec 2025, up from 0.71% in Nov, driven by food prices. RBI cuts repo rate to 5.25% amid a 'goldilocks period' of growth and low inflation.
India's retail inflation climbed to 1.66% in December 2024, driven by rising food prices. Experts analyze the trend and its implications for the economy. Read more.
IMD warns of intense cold wave, dense fog across North India from Jan 4-9, 2026, disrupting travel. Isolated rain likely in Western Himalayas. Read the full forecast.
Western Disturbance to bring light rain to parts of Gujarat. Ahmedabad's minimum temperature dipped to 14.8°C. IMD predicts a temperature rollercoaster ahead. Get the full forecast.
India's government projects a robust 2026 start, fueled by 8.2% GDP growth, benign inflation, and strong corporate balance sheets. Explore the drivers behind this 'Goldilocks period' of high growth and low inflation.
India plans a major overhaul of CPI calculation and monetary policy mandate in 2026. With inflation below 2%, RBI may cut rates further. New CPI series with 2024 base year coming in Feb.
Jharkhand CPI celebrated its centenary, pledging to protect natural resources and amplify the voices of the poor and laborers. Read about their historic commitment.
India's economy shows robust post-Covid recovery with 8.2% GDP growth in Q2 2025-26. RBI revises full-year estimate to 7.3% as inflation stays benign. Read the full analysis.
CPI, CPI(ML), and CPM in Bihar gear up for mass programs against house demolitions and to foster Hindu-Muslim amity. Key protests scheduled for early January.
India's government will launch revised GDP, retail inflation, and industrial output data series starting February 2025. A key workshop on the base revision is scheduled for Tuesday.
RBI's November report highlights robust economic activity and benign inflation, providing policy space for growth. Discover how India's economy is navigating global uncertainties.
A new report critiques India's plan to overhaul housing CPI data collection, warning it's an overcorrection. Experts suggest simpler fixes. Read the full analysis.
Goa's food inflation hits 5.4% in 2024-25, resuming a decade-high trend. RBI data reveals dramatic fuel price spikes and the tourism sector's impact on local costs. Explore the full analysis.
New York Fed President John Williams says recent US inflation data may be distorted due to the government shutdown, impacting CPI readings. He sees current policy as appropriate. Read more.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, citing a benign inflation outlook, argues real interest rates must be lower. The MPC cut the repo rate by 25 bps to 5.25%. Read the full analysis of the minutes here.
Japan's core inflation remained at 3% in November. The Bank of Japan may raise interest rates to a 30-year high, impacting global markets. Read more for key details.
US inflation cooled more than expected in November to 2.7%, but economists warn the recent federal shutdown distorted data. Most Americans still feel the pinch of high prices. Read the full analysis.
Gold and silver futures declined on MCX Thursday. MCX gold February contracts traded at ₹1,34,619/10g, while silver March contracts were at ₹2,06,451/kg. Read for market analysis and updates.
Former IMF deputy MD Gita Gopinath predicts the Fund will upgrade India's growth forecast closer to 7% for the current fiscal, citing strong Q2 data and global AI spending offsetting tariff impacts.
India's wholesale inflation remained in deflationary territory for the second consecutive month in June 2024 at -0.26%, driven by falling food and fuel prices. Read the full analysis of the economic implications.
The RBI cut the repo rate to 5.25% despite strong GDP growth, a move hailed as exceptional by SBI. Explore the details and global context of this rare decision.
A new RBI survey reveals Indian households expect inflation pressures to ease further, boosting consumer confidence and future spending outlook. Read the full details.
Bengaluru gears up for a pleasant weekend with temps from 16.6°C to 25.2°C and improved air quality. Perfect for outdoor plans. Check the full forecast and weekly outlook.
The Reserve Bank of India cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%, defying pause expectations. It revised GDP growth forecast upward to 7.3% while lowering inflation projection to 2%. Read the full analysis.