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India’s trade deficit saw a reduction in March as the West Asia conflict disrupted trade flows. Exports and imports both declined, narrowing the monthly deficit. Despite challenges, India achieved record exports of $860 billion in FY26, showcasing resilience. Several free … Read More

The Indian rupee strengthened to a one-week high on Friday. This rise followed reports that the central bank implemented measures to control dollar purchases by state-run oil refiners. These actions aim to support the rupee amid concerns over energy prices … Read More

Diesel shortages can disrupt agriculture, supply chains, and logistics, affecting cash flows. MSMEs, which sit at the intersection of transport dependence and thin margins, are particularly vulnerable. This is not just an inflation issue, it is a potential asset quality … Read More

CBAM expansion to hit engineering goods, auto parts, machinery; stricter rules may raise costs for scrap-based producers. A draft report by the European Parliament’s Committee on the Environment, Climate and Food Safety (ENVI) proposes extending CBAM deeper into the manufacturing … Read More

India’s trade saw record levels in FY26. Exports grew slightly, but imports rose faster, widening the trade deficit. The West Asia conflict impacted March trade. Services exports provided support, nearing merchandise exports. Import dependence, especially from China, remains a concern. … Read More

India’s wholesale inflation reached a 38-month peak of 3.9% in March. This surge was fueled by rising costs of crude oil, energy, and manufactured goods. Experts anticipate further increases due to ongoing global tensions. Supply disruptions also contributed to higher … Read More