Category : Economy


Budget 2026 Expectations: Sectors, Survey & Dates

Ahead of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2026 speech on February 1, explore industry expectations, Economic Survey 2026 projections of 6.8-7.2% growth, and key sectors like infrastructure, AI, and renewable energy in focus.

Kevin Warsh's Fed: Hawk to Dove Under Trump

President Trump nominates former inflation hawk Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve, raising questions about policy shifts, Fed independence, and market implications amid evolving economic priorities.

CEA: China-Plus-One Relevant, India's Competitiveness to Grow

Chief Economic Adviser V. Anantha Nageswaran states the China-plus-one framework remains crucial for global businesses despite high US tariffs on Indian exports. He emphasizes reforms will boost India's manufacturing competitiveness over time.

Egg, Chicken Prices Drop 20-30% in Andhra Pradesh

Prices of eggs and broiler chicken in Andhra Pradesh have fallen significantly by 20-30% due to increased production and reduced post-festive demand, offering relief to consumers but causing losses for poultry farmers.

Strong Rupee Goal Without Export Harm: CEA

Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran emphasizes India's need to achieve currency stability while maintaining export competitiveness, highlighting fiscal discipline and foreign investment strategies.

World Bank Pledges $8-10B Yearly for India Jobs

World Bank Group announces new 5-year partnership with India, providing $8-10 billion annually to create jobs in infrastructure, energy, healthcare, tourism, and manufacturing sectors.

Rajan: Domestic Private Investment Key for India's FDI

Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan emphasizes that robust domestic private sector investment is essential to attract sustainable net FDI inflows to India, noting corporate sector investment hasn't shown sustained growth.

Rupee Hits Record Low 92.02 vs Dollar, Ends at 91.97

Indian rupee touched historic low of 92.02 against US dollar on Friday amid foreign fund outflows and geopolitical tensions, before recovering slightly to close at 91.97. Experts cite crude oil decline and dollar index movement as key factors.

Union Budget 2026: Key Numbers to Watch as FM Presents

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget 2026. Key economic indicators, including fiscal deficit targets, capital expenditure, and tax revenue projections, will be closely monitored by markets and analysts.

Union Budget 2026-27: Sitharaman's Ninth Budget on Feb 1

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1, marking her ninth consecutive budget. The document outlines India's fiscal strategy, economic priorities, and policy direction for the coming year.

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