US tariffs not to hit India’s growth: S&P

US tariffs not to hit India’s growth: S&P NEW DELHI: Trump tariffs will not have any impact on India’s growth, as it is not a trade-oriented economy, and its sovereign ratings outlook will continue to remain positive, S&P Global Ratings director YeeFarn Phua said.In May last year, S&P had upgraded the outlook on India’s sovereign…

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US phone glass maker Corning expands tie-up with Optiemus

NEW DELHI: Top American specialty glass and technology company Corning is expanding its business in India as it ties up with local contract manufacturer Optiemus through a trademark and licensing agreement for screen protectors.The company is also close to starting production of finished cover glass for smartphones in India in a Rs 1,000-crore JV also…

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Ikea eyes India sourcing beyond textiles

IKEA has opened its first store in West Delhi at Pacific Mall (File photo) MUMBAI: Global trade wars have pushed companies to speed up the diversification of their supply chains and India will be key to Ikea’s sourcing strategy where it is expanding beyond textiles to build supply capabilities in plastic, metals, and furniture, said…

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Hard-hit export sectors need govt support: Icrier

NEW DELHI: While estimating that nearly 70% of India’s exports are exposed to Trump’s 50% tariffs, think tank Icrier has suggested govt support for hard-hit sectors, such as textiles and gems and jewellery, along with sharp duty cuts in non-sensitive farm goods and addressing US demands on genetically modified products.The recommendations on farm goods fly…

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Debt alarm: US national debt hits record $37 trillion, pace doubles with trillion added every five months

The US government’s gross national debt has crossed $37 trillion, setting a new record that underscores the growing strain on the country’s finances and adding to the cost pressures facing taxpayers, according to the latest Treasury Department report issued Tuesday.The milestone has arrived years earlier than pre-pandemic forecasts. In January 2020, the Congressional Budget Office…

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Indian economy outlook: Morgan Stanley sees India emerging as top consumer market; energy transition and manufacturing boost ahead

India is on track to become the world’s most sought-after consumer market while undergoing a major energy transition, witnessing a rise in the credit-to-GDP ratio, and seeing manufacturing take a bigger share of GDP, according to a Morgan Stanley report.The report noted that the falling intensity of oil in GDP, a rising share of exports—particularly…

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Currency watch: Rupee climbs 16 paise to 87.47 against US dollar, crude slide and Fed cut hopes lift sentiment

The rupee appreciated 16 paise to end at 87.47 against the US dollar on Wednesday, buoyed by a weak greenback and positive sentiment in domestic equity markets. Traders said easing crude oil prices and cooling inflation further supported the local currency, although uncertainties over trade tariffs and persistent foreign fund outflows capped sharper gains.At the…

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‘Don’t think US tariffs will…’: S&P confident Donald Trump’s tariffs won’t impact India’s growth; here’s why

S&P projects India’s GDP growth to remain steady at 6.5% in the ongoing fiscal year. (AI image) The Donald Trump administration’s move to impose a total of 50% tariffs (25% base tariff + 25% additional tariff for India’s crude oil trade with Russia) are unlikely to have any significant impact on the Indian economy, believes…

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