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Indian economy stable & resilient in the face of tariff-related uncertainties: Finance Ministry
India’s economy remains stable and resilient despite global uncertainties, according to the Finance Ministry’s March review. Key indicators like higher GST collections and E-way bill generation in Q4 FY25 point to steady growth.
Low labour productivity and gaps in high-tech infrastructure holding back India's export potential: Report
India is diversifying exports with FTAs. The Purchasing Managers' Index leads in Asia. Positive sentiment is seen across manufacturing parameters.
GIFT Nifty up 150 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
The holiday-shortened week brings focus on monthly auto sales data, IIP, and manufacturing PMI. Geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan remain a key concern. Technically, 23900-23800 acts as crucial support; breaching it could lead to a correction. FIIs turned net buyers, while DIIs sold shares. The rupee weakened amid geopolitical concerns.
Geopolitical developments, earnings to drive markets in holiday-shortened week: Analysts
Geopolitical developments between India and Pakistan, quarterly earnings and macro data will be the key drivers of stock markets in the holiday-shortened week, say analysts.
US economy was already sputtering before trade pain from Trump's tariffs kicked in
Global economy faces challenges in early 2025. US GDP growth slows down significantly. Trade tensions and tariff policies impact international markets. Canada anticipates election amid trade war with US. China's industrial profits rebound, but tariffs pose risks. Europe focuses on GDP and inflation data. Latin America monitors economic indicators and central bank decisions.
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European shares dip as investors weigh mixed corporate earnings
European stocks dipped on Thursday as investors digested mixed corporate results, while the mood remained wary amid a changing U.S. tone around the trade war with China in recent days.
Gold Price Today: Yellow metal prices fall by Rs 3,800/10 gm in 2 days after Trump’s commentary on China, Fed Chairman
Gold prices rebounded on MCX after a sharp fall triggered by Trump's comments and a stronger dollar. June futures opened higher by 1.5% at Rs 96,188/10 grams, while silver futures saw a slight dip.
April private sector activity at 8-month high
India's private sector experienced a significant surge in activity, reaching an eight-month high of 60 in April, fueled by a sharp increase in new export orders. The HSBC survey indicates robust growth in both manufacturing and services, with export orders growing at their fastest pace since September 2014.
Stocks soar: Here are the reasons why Dow Jones and S&P 500 have gained today
Stocks soar as U.S.-China tariff tensions ease, giving Wall Street a massive boost. The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq jumped after comments from Trump and Treasury Secretary Bessent hinted at lowering trade war tariffs. Investors saw hope as both sides agreed high tariffs hurt everyone. Tech stocks like Tesla and Nvidia surged, and even Bitcoin spiked. But with uncertainty still lingering, experts warn this could be a short-term bounce.
US business activity moderates in April; firms demand higher prices for their products
U.S. business activity decelerated to a 16-month low in April, accompanied by soaring prices, intensifying stagflation fears due to tariffs. Trump's trade policies and immigration crackdown negatively impacted exports and tourism, leading to reluctance in hiring and diminished business confidence. The Composite PMI Output Index fell to 51.2, signaling tepid economic activity at the start of the second quarter.
India emerges as Trump-proof safe haven as emerging markets rebound
India is emerging as a resilient haven amid a rebound in emerging market sentiment, driven by its domestic-focused economy and more attractive valuations. HSBC’s Herald Van Der Linde highlights India’s insulation from global trade tensions and steady earnings growth as key factors drawing investor interest, especially in sectors like banking, consumption, and healthcare, despite ongoing global uncertainties.
European shares rise on SAP earnings, Trump's Fed backflip
European shares climbed on Wednesday, boosted by strong earnings from Europe's largest software maker SAP, while U.S. President Donald Trump's backflip from threats to dismiss Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell provided relief to investors.
India April business growth hits 8-month high as export orders surge, PMI shows
India's private sector experienced robust growth in April, reaching an eight-month high, driven by strong demand and a surge in foreign orders, particularly for manufactured goods. The manufacturing sector saw significant expansion, fueled by increased export business, while the services sector also contributed to the overall positive momentum.
Gold eases as Trump backs off from threats to fire Fed Chair
Gold prices saw a decline. This happened after US President Donald Trump softened his stance on the Federal Reserve chair. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hinted at easing trade tensions. This reduced gold's appeal as a safe investment. Silver saw a slight increase. Platinum and palladium experienced losses.
The ‘golden age’ of US manufacturing stumbles out of the gate
Companies are hesitant to invest due to uncertainty surrounding trade policies and potential economic downturn, leading to concerns about corporate profits and future economic growth.
Commodity Radar: Overbought gold hits fresh peak of Rs 96,747 per 10 gram. Signals suggest caution
Gold prices have surged to record highs in 2025, driven by economic uncertainties and trade tensions. While technical indicators suggest overbought conditions and weakening momentum, analysts advise a cautious buy-on-dips strategy. The ongoing tariff war and potential for a global economic slowdown continue to support gold's safe-haven appeal, with currency fluctuations playing a crucial role in domestic prices.
First shockwaves of Trump’s tariffs are about to hit the world economy
Global economic forecasts are being revised downwards due to trade tensions initiated by US tariffs, with the IMF expected to lower growth projections. Central banks are adopting a cautious approach, awaiting greater clarity amidst the uncertainty.
5 world market themes for the week ahead
Global markets are cautiously optimistic amidst tariff concerns, awaiting China's economic response and assessing corporate resilience. The IMF and World Bank meetings in Washington highlight worries about U.S. isolationism. China is expected to ease monetary policy, while U.S. earnings reports, including Tesla and Alphabet, will reveal tariff impacts.
India's production showed signs of improvement in last fiscal, current fiscal may witness pressure: Bank of Baroda
India's industrial production showed late fiscal year improvement, boosted by positive indicators. However, the first quarter faces headwinds from global trade uncertainties, despite potential relief from RBI rate cuts and a tariff pause. February 2025 saw a slowdown in IIP growth, with mixed performance across sectors, impacting the overall fiscal year growth.
India playbook 2025: Domestic headwinds being addressed; global uncertainties remains a concern
Global equity markets dropped 5–25% in Q1 2025 amid Trump’s tariff policies and economic slowdown. Indian indices saw short-lived gains in March but reversed due to renewed global pressures. Despite challenges, local reforms and inflows offer hope.
All eyes on RBI MPC outcome, bond investors look for cues. What should investors do?
Fixed-income investors are keenly awaiting the RBI's MPC meeting, anticipating a rate cut and a shift to an accommodative stance. Bond yields have declined due to global risk-off sentiment and the RBI's liquidity management. PGIM India MF suggests investors allocate to short-term and corporate bond funds, expecting the 10-year bond yield to trade between 6.25% and 6.50%.
Rupee drops 19 paise to 85.63 against US dollar in early trade
The rupee declined 19 paise to 85.63 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, facing the heat of the global trade war triggered by the US reciprocal tariff and China's retaliatory move that also crashed equity markets worldwide to their record lows.
India March services growth moderated, inflation eased sharply, PMI shows
India's services sector expansion cooled slightly in March due to softer demand, with a slower pace of job creation. Despite firms raising prices at the lowest rate in over three years, domestic and international demand remained robust. Weaker inflation and subdued business confidence may prompt an interest rate cut by the RBI.
Gold set for fifth weekly gain as Trump tariffs boost safe-haven appeal
Gold prices remained stable, poised for the fifth weekly gain as concerns over a global trade war driven by U.S. President Trump's tariffs boosted demand for safe-haven assets. Spot gold held at $3,109.95, while U.S. gold futures rose 0.3%. Investors await the U.S. non-farm payrolls data for insights into the Federal Reserve's interest rate path.
Safe-haven gold hits record peak as Trump announces sweeping tariffs
Gold surged to a record high as investors sought safe-haven assets following President Trump's announcement of aggressive tariffs. The new tariffs, including a 10% baseline on all U.S. imports and higher duties on vehicles, have exacerbated global trade tensions and heightened market uncertainty.
Manufacturing rebounds: March PMI hits 8-month high at 58.1
India's manufacturing activity grew at its highest rate in eight months in March, driven by robust domestic demand, as shown by the HSBC India Manufacturing PMI rising to 58.1. However, export orders increased at a slower pace, indicating weakening global demand. Despite higher input costs, output inflation fell to its lowest level in a year.
Tariff uncertainty a short-term pain, but a medium-term gain: Sunil Subramaniam
Global companies sourcing from countries like China, Mexico, and India may experience EPS pressure due to upcoming US tariffs. Despite the uncertainty, this situation may benefit India in the medium term, particularly in labor-oriented sectors. Investment confidence and diversification are recommended.
US manufacturing slips back into contraction as tariffs angst mounts
U.S. manufacturing contracted in March, with the ISM Manufacturing PMI falling to 49.0 from 50.3 in February, ending two months of growth. Rising inflation at the factory gate and concerns over tariffs have dampened the sector’s recovery.
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