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India's Health Spending Among World's Lowest: Oxfam

Oxfam's 2020 report reveals India allocated only 4% of its budget to health, ranking 155th globally. This critical underfunding left the nation vulnerable during the COVID-19 crisis. Read the full analysis.

India's Spending-Saving Conundrum: 70% Save More

70% of Indians prioritize saving over spending despite economic growth. Discover how financial anxiety and inflation are reshaping consumer behavior and what this means for India's economy.

Military Spending Hits Record $2.7 Trillion in 2024

Global military expenditure reached a record $2.7 trillion in 2024, rising 9.4% from 2023. Explore how Eisenhower's Military-Industrial Complex concept explains this surge and its implications for global security.

US Retail Sales Growth Slows to 0.2% in September

US retail sales grew slower than expected in September at 0.2% as consumers faced persistent high prices. Producer prices rose 0.3%, driven by energy and food costs. Read the full analysis.

Telangana Debit Card Spending Grows 19%, Ranks 2nd

Telangana records 19% debit card growth, becoming India's second fastest-growing state. Car sales surge 29% as GST rationalization boosts consumer confidence. Explore the digital payment revolution.

US Economy's AI Dependency Risks Recession

The US economy now heavily relies on AI investment from tech giants. Without this spending, GDP growth would halve, raising recession risks. Explore the implications.

US Holiday Shopping Defies Economic Concerns

American consumers are spending strongly at Walmart, Gap and TJ Maxx despite tariff pressures. Holiday sales expected to grow 3.7-4.2% to over $1 trillion. Read the full analysis.

US Approves $90M Defense Sale to India

The United States has approved the sale of Excalibur precision-guided projectiles and Javelin anti-tank missile systems to India, totaling over $90 million. This strategic move strengthens Indo-US defense ties. Read more about this significant development

Gates Foundation Sells 65% Microsoft Stake in Q3 2025

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust executed dramatic portfolio changes, selling 17M Microsoft shares and reducing total holdings from 25 to 23. Discover the strategic reasons behind this massive shift.

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