UPSC Economy Quiz: Stablecoins, CPI, FDI Limits Explained
Ace your UPSC Prelims 2026 prep with this essential Economy quiz. Test yourself on stablecoins, Consumer Price Index, FDI in banking, and more. Revise key static topics now!
Ace your UPSC Prelims 2026 prep with this essential Economy quiz. Test yourself on stablecoins, Consumer Price Index, FDI in banking, and more. Revise key static topics now!
Indian rupee begins 2026 on a weak note, slipping to 89.99 against the dollar. It fell nearly 5% in 2025, becoming Asia's worst-performing currency. Read the full analysis.
India plans to relax Press Note 3 rules for Chinese investments up to 26% with no management control, aiming to boost FDI to $100 billion. Key details inside.
The Indian rupee is expected to remain volatile until 2026 due to capital outflows and trade disruptions, despite strong growth. Key levels and expert analysis inside. Read more.
The International Energy Agency forecasts a prolonged period of low crude oil prices due to a significant supply surplus and slowing demand growth. Discover the key factors and global implications.
Top economists urged PM Modi to set up AI centres, boost private investment, and check FDI outflows in a pre-Budget meeting. Key reforms and fiscal consolidation were also discussed. Read the full story.
PM Modi reflects on 2025's major reforms, from labour codes to FDI, highlighting a shift from control to trust-based governance. Discover the key changes shaping India's future.
India's foreign direct investment is poised for significant growth in 2026, driven by strong economic fundamentals and major project announcements. Discover the key sectors and global outlook.
The UAE has achieved top global positions in 2025 for economic competitiveness, safety, digital governance, and healthcare. Discover how the nation is setting new international benchmarks.
Japanese investments in India hit a record pace in 2025, with major deals in banking and steel. Explore the strategic shift, the China factor, and the challenges ahead for this crucial partnership.
India's gross FDI inflows show resilience in FY25, defying global downtrend. Key sectors like manufacturing and renewables drive growth. Read the full CAREEdge report analysis.
India and New Zealand finalize FTA with a landmark financial services annex. Deal allows up to 15 bank branches, higher FDI, and boosts UPI's global reach. Read the full details.
Japanese companies announce record $359 billion in M&A deals for 2025, with India becoming a primary beneficiary. Major investments in Shriram Finance, Avendus, and Yes Bank highlight a strategic shift. Explore the China+1 effect and India's gateway role.
India's gross FDI inflows rose 15.4% to $58.3 billion from April to October, with net inflows nearly doubling. Discover the key sectors and trends shaping foreign investment. Read the full analysis.
India recorded a net FDI outflow of $1.55 billion in October 2025, driven by foreign repatriations and overseas investments by Indian firms exceeding $8 billion. Explore the RBI data, sectoral trends, and government's response.
Japan's MUFG Bank buys 20% stake in Shriram Finance for ₹39,618 crore, marking the largest FDI in India's financial sector. Executives call it a huge endorsement of India's economic progress and financial discipline.
KPMG report reveals a slowdown in India's PE investments in 2025 due to global headwinds, but strong fundamentals ensure a robust long-term outlook. Read the full analysis.
KPMG report reveals a slowdown in India's private equity investment in early 2025 due to global uncertainty. Key sectors and future outlook analyzed. Read more.
Private equity investment in India drops to $14.9 billion in 2025 amid global trade uncertainty. KPMG report highlights a shift to a 'business builder' approach. Read more.
The US labour market shows a sharp slowdown, with hiring at a two-decade low and rising unemployment. Economists warn of a 'K-shaped' recovery and AI uncertainty. Read the full analysis.
US labour market shows sharp slowdown with weak hiring pace and rising unemployment. Economists warn of a K-shaped economy and prolonged stagnation. Read the full analysis.
Parliament's Winter Session passed laws allowing 100% FDI in insurance & pensions, cutting mutual fund fees, and reforming banking. Here's how it changes your finances.
India's foreign tourist arrivals dropped 12% in nine months, expected to hit only 8.8M in 2024, far below 2019's 10.9M. High costs, safety concerns, and policy gaps hinder recovery as SE Asia surges. Read the full analysis.
Japan's MUFG acquires a 20% stake in Shriram Finance for Rs 39,618 crore, marking the largest FDI in India's financial services sector. This strategic partnership aims to boost capital and global expertise.
Japan's largest bank, MUFG, makes a historic Rs 39,618 crore investment for a 20% stake in Shriram Finance, marking the largest FDI in India's financial services sector. Read details.
A Flipkart employee's viral Instagram video reveals the relaxed December work culture in Bengaluru offices, sparking a relatable conversation among Indian professionals. Discover the unspoken year-end pause.
The 19-day Winter Session of Parliament concluded on Friday with high productivity and passage of major bills like VB-G RAM G and SHANTI. Read about the key debates and legislative wins.
India's Parliament passes landmark bill allowing 100% FDI in insurance, removing the 74% cap. Experts analyze how this can transform the under-penetrated sector and improve financial well-being.
A Flipkart employee's video on the informal December slowdown resonates with Indian professionals. Discover how workplaces transform post-20th December.
Lok Sabha passes key insurance bill, raising FDI limit to 100% and strengthening IRDAI. Can it bridge India's low insurance density gap without over-regulation?