The RBI’s decision aims to ease the cost of capital, potentially revitalizing both consumer spending and investment activities across sectors.
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The rate cut follows a period of aggressive tightening, where the RBI had hiked rates by 250 bps since May 2022 to combat soaring inflation.
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The alarming spike in asset quality deterioration at Muthoot Microfin is more than just a company-specific issue; it’s a red flag for India’s microfinance sector.
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At the heart of the rupee’s struggles is the ongoing trade war, particularly the new tariffs imposed by the United States. President Donald Trump’s 25% levy on imports from Mexico and Canada, along with the 10% tariff on Chinese goods, has triggered retaliatory actions from these nations, exacerbating global market uncertainty.
Why Union Budet 2025 is a missed opportunity
The government’s fiscal consolidation targets, while commendable in principle, appear to have come at the cost of growth-oriented spending. The fiscal deficit has been pegged at 4.4% of GDP for FY26, a reduction that seems more focused on meeting numerical targets than on fostering economic resilience.
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