credit offtake

GDP growth: Monsoon woes, inflation threaten recovery

India's GDP growth accelerated to 7.8% in the first quarter of 2023-24, but challenges like weak monsoon and elevated inflation could temper growth in the coming quarters. #GDP #Q1GDP #Indiaeconomy Read more »
LPG prices,

LPG price cut: Government unveils its election playbook

LPG subsidies announced by the government may be well intentioned, but may not reach the deserving individuals. #LPG #LPGprices #subsidies #inflation Read more »
evergrande, China plus one, economy, Chinese economy

Evergrande’s fall casts shadow over China story, global economy

As China's property titan Evergrande faces distress, its repercussions send shockwaves through global markets. #evergrande #economy Read more »
ethanol blending

Sugar millers set sights on 50% ethanol blending by 2030

Sugar industry leaders chart an ambitious course to significantly boost ethanol blending with petrol, paving the way for a greener and more self-reliant energy future. Read more »
food prices

Volatile global prices, climate change threaten another round of food price shocks

As the spectre of a food price shock looms, the RBI prioritises vigilance and stability in its monetary policy approach. Read more »
India Inc, capex

Moody’s lists challenges to India’s economic growth

Moody's Investors Service has highlighted some significant downside risks to economic growth while affirming India's sovereign credit rating at Baa3 with a stable outlook. #gdpgrowth #indianeconomy Read more »
India's external debt

Sustainable energy investments drive FDI in developing countries

Developing countries are attractive destinations for #FDI as they offer a number of advantages, including lower production costs, superior infrastructure, and investor-friendly policies. #fdi #fii #fpo #imf #unctad Read more »
outward remittances, remittances

Soaring outward remittances may help India expand its financial footprint

As India witnesses a 50% surge in outward remittances, driven by factors such as the revised tax regulations and increased investments, the landscape of financial flows takes a new shape. #remittances #LRS... Read more »
EPFO, jobs, employment

EPFO numbers: What India’s job data do not reveal

Amid optimism about India's formal job numbers released by EPFO, experts question the accuracy and quality of official employment data. #employment #jobs Read more »
EFTA, bilateral trade,

India must diversify foreign trade partners, energy sources

India's foreign trade performance in the first half of 2023 was a blend of successes and challenges, with services exports make up for a fall in merchandise exports. #tradedeficit #plischeme #wto #unctad Read more »