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₹10,000 Crore SME Growth Fund Launches, Markets Watch Impact
The ₹10,000 crore SME Growth Fund launch marks a major policy intervention aimed at accelerating India’s small business expansion. Announced amid slowing private capex, the fund raises a critical question: can structured capital finally help SMEs scale sustainably or will execution risks limit outcomes? SME Growth Fund Launch Signals Policy Push on Scale The ₹10,000 crore SME Growth Fund launch…
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Core Sector Growth Climbs As Infrastructure Demand Picks Up
India’s core sector growth has reached a two-month high, supported by rising steel and cement demand linked to infrastructure activity. The latest industrial data indicates improving momentum in construction-led sectors, offering early signs that public capex spending and project execution are regaining pace. India’s core sector growth accelerated to a…
India Launches First Weather Futures Market Linked To Mumbai Monsoon
India has entered the weather derivatives market with the launch of its first rainfall-based futures contract tied to Mumbai’s monsoon season. The new exchange-traded product aims to help businesses hedge against weather-linked financial risks as climate uncertainty and monsoon volatility continue to impact the economy. India’s first weather futures market…
India Expands Export Reach to 1,821 New Global Markets in FY26
India’s export diversification strategy helped Indian products enter 1,821 new global market-product combinations in FY26, reflecting a broader push to reduce dependence on a few countries and strengthen the nation’s position in international trade. India’s Export Diversification Strategy Gains Momentum in FY26 India’s export diversification strategy has delivered a notable…
Sensex Under Pressure as Rising Crude Oil Prices Stoke Inflation Fears
The Sensex came under pressure this week as rising crude oil prices renewed concerns about inflation in India. With the country heavily dependent on imported oil, higher energy costs are raising questions about corporate margins, consumer spending, and the Reserve Bank of India’s next policy move. Rising Crude Oil Prices…
Sensex Swings Wild as Gold Duty Hike and Crude Surge Shake Markets
Indian stock markets witnessed sharp volatility as the Sensex and Nifty reacted to a combination of rising crude oil prices and the government’s move to increase customs duty on gold. The twin developments triggered selling pressure across sectors and unsettled investor sentiment. Sensex Volatility Returns as Global and Domestic Pressures…
PM Modi Pushes Reform Agenda Amid West Asia Oil Shock Risks
India’s economic outlook remains resilient, but rising crude oil prices linked to tensions in West Asia have added a fresh layer of uncertainty. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is responding by accelerating reforms aimed at sustaining growth, controlling inflation, and strengthening India’s long-term competitiveness. India’s Growth Story Faces a New…