Foreign exchange risk alert: Fitch warns rupee fall could hit ratings; which Indian firms face the biggest exposure?

Indian corporates with inadequate foreign-exchange hedging could face rating pressure if the rupee weakens sharply, global credit rating agency Fitch Ratings cautioned in a new commentary released on Thursday. The agency said that companies in sectors with limited natural hedges remain the most vulnerable to currency swings, ANI reported.Fitch noted that “in sectors with significant…

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Asian stocks today: Markets rise as Fed delivers third straight rate cut; silver hits record high

Asian markets traded higher on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve delivered its third consecutive interest rate cut, although gains were capped as policymakers hinted they could slow the pace of future reductions.The latest quarter-point cut, bringing borrowing costs to their lowest level in three years, had already been widely expected. Investors, however, drew comfort…

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What is Trump’s Gold Card? Eligibility, benefits, price and how to apply – FAQs answered

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) launched the “Trump Gold Card,” offering legal status and an eventual pathway to United States citizenship for individuals and corporations willing to make large financial contributions.Announcing the rollout on Truth Social, Trump wrote, “The United States Government’s Trump Gold Card is here today! A direct path to…

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Fed likely to cut rates, may signal pause

The US Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates on Wednesday as policymakers grapple with gaps in economic data caused by the recent govt shutdown and work through competing views about the risks facing the economy. The anticipated quarter percentage point cut may come with a non-committal approach to next year’s rate path given…

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Uber launches B2B logistics service in Bengaluru

Uber is expanding into B2B logistics in India with Uber Direct, leveraging its bike fleet on the ONDC platform. This new service aims to generate revenue beyond rides and couriers by fulfilling grocery and food orders for partners like Zepto and KFC. Uber acts as a silent logistics provider, with customers unaware of their involvement….

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