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India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) system has seen a major overhaul, effective 22 September 2025. Nearly 400 products will now cost less as the government introduces a simplified GST structure aimed at making essential goods more affordable and e

Curious about when the next FOMC meeting or U.S. Fed meet is happening? You're not alone — these dates influence global interest rates, markets, and investment strategy. Let’s break down what the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is, why its F

The latest meeting of the U.S. Federal Reserve, held on June 18, 2025, may not have brought an immediate change in interest rates but it certainly delivered plenty for markets to think about. While the Fed held its benchmark rate steady between 4.25%

The Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) raised the policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50% at its October 2026 meeting, marking the first repo rate hike in nearly three years. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced the dec

The global trade landscape is shifting once again as former U.S. President Donald Trump moves forward with imposing new US tariffs on several major trading partners, including China, Canada, and Mexico. While India has not been directly targeted, the

Major Tax Reforms to Boost Middle-Class Savings In a landmark move aimed at bolstering middle-class savings and consumption, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced zero income tax on an average monthly income of up to ₹1 lakh, effectively

As we approach the Budget Day Special Trading Session on 1st February 2025, it is important for traders and investors to be aware of key market updates. While the markets will be open, it will be a clearing holiday, which means certain transactions a

When we look back at the history of financial markets, few events loom as large as the 2008 stock market crash. This wasn't just a bad day on Wall Street or a temporary dip in stock prices. It was a full-blown financial crisis that started in the Uni

How did one of India’s largest business groups come into existence? The answer goes back to the late 1950s, when Dhirubhai Ambani began his work in textile trading, which later became the foundation of the Reliance Group. The business later became

Investing in gold has long been a tradition for many Indian households, often seen as a reliable way to save money over time. In recent years new options have emerged that make it easier for people to invest in gold without needing to handle physical

Public Sector Undertakings, or PSUs, are the backbone of India's economic development. These government-owned companies play a crucial role in various sectors, from energy and telecommunications to manufacturing and finance. Let's dive into the world

Miniratna companies form a crucial segment of India's public sector enterprises, contributing significantly to the nation’s economic development. These companies are Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) granted operational and financ