Budget 2026 Expectations: FM Sitharaman's Historic Sunday
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present her ninth consecutive Budget on February 1, 2026. This historic Sunday presentation marks India's 88th Budget since independence.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present her ninth consecutive Budget on February 1, 2026. This historic Sunday presentation marks India's 88th Budget since independence.
India's path to becoming a developed economy by 2047 requires shifting from quantity to quality in financing. Experts highlight rebuilding savings, market-based funding, capital efficiency, and startup leverage as crucial reforms.
From the US to Japan and Europe, politicians are challenging central bank autonomy, risking decades of economic stability and low inflation gains.
Last year's tax giveaways have not stimulated consumer spending as expected, instead creating a massive Rs 3 trillion hole in government revenue growth, according to analysis.
India's economic growth is encountering significant setbacks, prompting experts to call for a sober reassessment of policies to address inflation and job creation.
Gold prices surged to a record high on Wednesday, with silver also climbing, as geopolitical tensions and expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts drove investors toward safe-haven assets.
Silver prices surged to a new all-time high at COMEX after the US Supreme Court delayed a ruling on Trump tariffs. Analysts see continued support for precious metals.
The World Bank has revised India's GDP growth projection upward to 7.2% for the fiscal year 2026, reflecting strong economic momentum and positive indicators.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present Union Budget 2026 on February 1. Analysts expect continued fiscal consolidation with targeted spending in defence, pharma, and sunrise sectors.
Nomura projects India's inflation will drift gradually higher under the new CPI series, driven by food prices and base effects, impacting monetary policy outlook.
The upcoming Union Budget 2026 is expected to increase public capital expenditure by 10-15%, focusing on sustaining growth momentum despite cautious private sector investment.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1. Experts predict focus on infrastructure, fiscal prudence, with unlikely major tax changes.
Explore India's budget history from the first budget in 1947 to today's tax reforms. See how annual budgets shape fiscal policy and economic growth.
The Indian rupee declined by 6 paise to close at 90.29 against the US dollar on Friday, influenced by global market trends and domestic economic factors.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget on February 1, 2026. Experts highlight fiscal deficit, GDP growth, capex, Atmanirbhar Bharat, and tax slabs as key focus areas.
India's wholesale price inflation rose to 0.83% in December 2025, ending a two-month deflationary phase. Higher food and manufactured goods prices drove the increase, while fuel costs continued to decline.
Crude oil prices declined Wednesday after four days of gains, pressured by Venezuela restarting exports and rising US inventories. Geopolitical tensions in Iran provided some support.
India's consumer spending momentum, boosted by policy measures, now depends on job creation and wage growth as inflation rises and urban sentiment weakens.
India witnessed a historic surge in company registrations during December 2025, with services sector leading and AI-focused startups showing significant growth.
Deloitte projects India's economy to expand 7.5-7.8% this fiscal year, with 2025 seen as a year of resilience in domestic demand and policy reforms.
The Economic Survey 2026 will be tabled in Parliament on January 31, 2026, providing crucial economic analysis ahead of the Union Budget. This document reviews India's economic performance and sets the stage for budget discussions.
Former RBI governor Raghuram Rajan argues central bank policies are enabling unsustainable government deficits, creating dangerous economic vulnerabilities.
India's economy shows resilience with 7.4% growth in 2025, projected at 6.6% for 2026. Experts emphasize reviving private sector capital expenditure through Budget 2026 measures to sustain momentum.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present Union Budget 2026 on February 1. Taxpayers await potential reforms in the New Tax Regime, with experts suggesting inflation-linked slabs and home loan deductions to boost its appeal.
India's wholesale price index inflation turned positive in December 2025, reaching 0.83% after two months of contraction. The increase was driven by higher prices in manufacturing, minerals, and textiles.
India's wholesale price index-based inflation increased to 0.83% in December, up from November's 0.26%, driven by higher prices in food and manufactured items.
India's wholesale price index inflation increased marginally to 0.83% in December 2023, up from 0.26% in November, driven by higher food and fuel prices.
India's wholesale price index inflation rose to 0.83% in December 2025, driven by higher manufacturing and primary article costs, marking a significant uptick from previous months.
India's wholesale price index-based inflation increased marginally to 0.83 percent in December 2024, up from 0.73 percent in November, driven by higher food and fuel prices.
Explore the traditional Halwa Ceremony that marks the start of Union Budget 2026 preparations. Learn about its significance and how it officially inaugurates the budget process.