Inflation: News
Why are markets rallying despite US green-card restrictions?
The Indian stock market witnessed a major recovery on Friday, with the BSE Sensex jumping over 800 points and the Nifty nearing the 22,500 mark.
US 30-year yield hits 24-year high
The US 30-year Treasury bond yield has hit its highest level in nearly a quarter of a century. The benchmark long-term yield touched 5.7041%, the highest level in 24 years.
Sensex falls nearly 800 points: What's behind today's decline?
India's benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, witnessed a sharp decline on Thursday.
What RBI's 'calibrated tightening' stance means
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised its key repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.5%.
RBI raises FY27 inflation forecast to 5.2%
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised its Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation forecast for the fiscal year 2026-27 to 5.2%. This is an increase from the earlier estimate of 5%.
RBI raises FY27 growth forecast to 7.1% from 6.7%
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised its real GDP growth projection for the fiscal year 2026-27 (FY27) from 6.7% to a higher 7.1%.
RBI hikes repo rate to 5.5%, first increase since 2023
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has hiked its key repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%.
India's services growth rises to 3-month high
India's services sector witnessed its fastest growth in three months in September, according to the latest HSBC Services Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI).
Gold prices rise on reduced Fed rate hike expectations
Gold prices witnessed a slight uptick in early Asian trading on Monday as weak US job growth figures for September have significantly reduced the chances of an interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve in October.
Eurozone inflation jumps to 3-year high
Eurozone's inflation rate has hit a three-year high of 3.8% in September, sharply rising from August's 3.2%.
US stocks rise as softer inflation cools Fed hike fears
US stocks have witnessed a surge, reversing the September decline in the S&P 500 index.
Gold, silver ETFs tumble up to 3.6%
Gold and silver exchange-traded funds (ETFs) witnessed a sharp decline on Monday, mirroring a global sell-off in precious metals.
DHL Express to hike shipment charges in India by 8.9%
DHL Express, a leading logistics company, has announced an 8.9% hike in its shipment charges in India.
Nifty IT index falls for 6th consecutive session
The Nifty IT index fell by 0.6% today, extending its losing streak to six consecutive sessions. The index has lost a total of 4% during this period.
Why US Treasury yields crossing 5% is worrying markets
The recent surge in the 10-year US Treasury yield, which recently crossed the 5% mark, has sparked concerns among investors.
Gold falls as inflation worries fuel rate hike fears
Gold prices witnessed a dip in early Asian trading on Monday. The decline comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East and persistent inflation concerns, which have heightened expectations of interest rate hikes.
AI could double US GDP growth by 2027: Elon Musk
Tesla chief executive Elon Musk has predicted that artificial intelligence (AI) could significantly boost the US economy.
How Fed's rate hike could trigger foreign investor exodus
The US Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, marking the first hike since 2023.
US raises interest rate for first time in 3 years
The US Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rate by 25 basis points, the first hike in over three years.
RBI may raise repo rate by 50bps this year: JPMorgan
JPMorgan has predicted that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) could raise interest rates by a total of 50 basis points (bps) by December.
India's retail inflation rises to 4.82% in August
India's retail inflation surged to 4.82% in August, up from July's 4.45%, according to government data released today.
India's wholesale price inflation rises to nearly 10% in August
India's wholesale price inflation has seen a marginal rise, hitting 9.92% in August 2026 as compared to 9.78% in July.
Gold falls as US inflation data fuels Fed rate-hike bets
The price of gold has witnessed a slight dip, following the release of hotter-than-expected US inflation data.
Brent crude hits $100 per barrel as US-Iran tensions escalate
Brent crude oil prices have surged to $100 a barrel for the first time since July 24. The spike comes as fears of supply disruptions from the Middle East region grow amid escalating attacks.
Gold falls ₹2,600, silver drops ₹4,200: What's driving the sell-off?
Gold and silver prices have witnessed a sharp decline of up to 2% in early deals on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) today. The fall comes amid profit-taking and weak global cues.
US Fed should raise rates to tackle inflation: Raghuram Rajan
Former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Raghuram Rajan has called on the US Federal Reserve to hike interest rates in order to tackle rising inflation.
Gold prices surge to 3-month high
Gold prices have surged to their highest level in over three months, reaching over $4,641 per ounce.
Gold up 11% in August: What's driving the latest rally?
Gold prices are set to witness their third consecutive weekly gain after the US Treasury's unexpected increase in buybacks of long-dated government debt.
Trump urges Fed to lower interest rates
US President Donald Trump has urged the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates in its next policy meeting.
US national debt crosses $40 trillion for first time
The United States' national debt has surpassed the $40 trillion mark for the first time in history, according to government data.
India once part of 'Fragile Five': PM Modi highlights transformation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his 80th Independence Day address from the Red Fort, recalled how India was once part of the "Fragile Five" economies.
India's wholesale inflation cools but stays near 10% in July
India's wholesale inflation has eased to 9.78% in July, down from June's 9.87%, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce on Friday.
Gold prices hit 10-week high: What's driving the rally?
Gold prices have continued their upward trend on Tuesday, marking a third consecutive session of gains.
Modi government might raise CCEA approval threshold for FDI proposals
The Indian government is mulling a proposal to increase the threshold for foreign direct investment (FDI) proposals that need Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approval.
Global food prices hit 44-month high
The United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has reported a significant rise in global food prices in July.
Gold jumps ₹6,400 in 3 days
Gold and silver prices have seen a significant increase for the third consecutive session on MCX.
RBI holds repo rate: What it means for your FD
The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%.
RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%
The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%.
RBI likely to keep rates unchanged at upcoming policy meeting
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to maintain its interest rates at the upcoming policy meeting, bucking the trend of several global central banks.
Will Indian stock market extend gains on Monday?
The Indian stock market is expected to continue its upward trend coming Monday, following a nearly 3% gain last week.
Nearly 29% Pakistanis living below poverty line: Report
Nearly three out of every 10 Pakistanis are living below the poverty line, a new analysis has revealed.
SpaceX's stock falls below IPO price for 1st time
SpaceX's shares have fallen below their initial public offering (IPO) price for the first time.
South Korea raises interest rates for first time since 2023
South Korea's central bank, the Bank of Korea (BOK), has raised its key interest rate for the first time in over three years.
India's wholesale inflation rises to 9.87% in June
India's wholesale inflation rate increased to 9.87% in June, up from May's 9.68%.