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Kotak Mahindra Bank Q1 Earnings Dip: Analyzing the Impact of Retail CV Stress and High Provisions

Kotak Mahindra Bank's Q1 profits fell by 7% YoY, impacted by retail CV stress and high provisions. Despite challenges, the bank is optimistic about future growth in retail loan seg...

Raghuram Rajan Warns: Rate Cuts Alone Won't Solve India's Economic Growth Challenges

Former RBI governor Raghuram Rajan cautions that recent repo rate cuts by the RBI are not a 'magic bullet' for economic growth, stressing the need for structural reforms and a comb...

India's CPI Inflation Expected to Drop to 4% in FY26: Monsoon and Rate Cuts to Fuel Economic Growth

India's CPI inflation is forecasted to average 4% in FY26, aided by a good monsoon and potential repo rate cuts, with GDP growth expected at 6.5%. However, global risks and financi...

India's Economy Set for 6.5% Growth Amid Global Uncertainties, Says EAC-PM

India's economy is expected to grow at 6.5% in the current financial year despite global uncertainties, driven by low inflation and a benign interest rate regime, according to EAC-...

Market Euphoria: Sensex Jumps 3,000 Points as Geopolitical Tensions Ease

The Sensex soared 3,000 points this week as geopolitical tensions eased, adding $300 billion to investor wealth. Global trade developments and domestic economic optimism further fu...

Enhancing Competitiveness: The Critical Need for Domestic Reforms Alongside FTA Tariff Cuts

CII chief Sanjiv Puri advocates for domestic reforms alongside FTA tariff cuts to enhance Indian industry's competitiveness. Highlights include GST rationalization, US trade pact e...

Union Bank Reports Stunning 50% Profit Jump in Q4, Warns of Future Margin Challenges Amid RBI Rate Cuts

Union Bank of India reports a 50% surge in Q4 net profit to Rs 4,985 crore, driven by higher non-interest income and lower provisions. However, it warns of margin pressures from ex...

SBI Forecasts Dramatic Inflation Drop Below 3% in Q1 FY26, Anticipates 125 bps RBI Rate Cuts Ahead

SBI predicts retail inflation in India to drop below 3% in Q1 FY26, with RBI rate cuts totaling 125 bps. The report highlights a 'Goldilocks period' of low inflation and moderate G...

ICICI Bank Announces Rs 11 Dividend After Stellar Q4 Performance: A Deep Dive into Their Financial Triumph

ICICI Bank recommends a Rs 11 dividend after a strong Q4, with an 18% rise in net profit. Growth driven by lending and net interest income, though margins may face pressure from RB...

Navigating the Surge in Debt Funds: Top Picks Amid RBI Rate Cuts and Inflation Drop

Debt mutual funds are thriving due to RBI's rate cuts and lower inflation. Investors can choose from long duration, short duration, or dynamic bond funds based on their risk appeti...

India's Retail Inflation Hits a Nearly 6-Year Low at 3.34%, Signaling Potential Rate Cuts

India's retail inflation fell to a nearly six-year low of 3.34% in March, driven by declining food prices, setting the stage for potential RBI rate cuts to support growth amid glob...

February's IIP Growth Slows to 2.9%, Marking the Lowest in Half a Year Amid Global Tensions

India's industrial production growth slowed to a six-month low of 2.9% in February, impacted by sluggish manufacturing and mining sectors and global tensions. Experts remain cautio...

India's Subsidy Burden Set to Surpass Rs 4.2 Lakh Crore, Exceeding Budget Estimates

India's subsidy burden is set to exceed budget estimates, reaching up to Rs 4.2 lakh crore for FY25, driven by higher food and fertiliser subsidies. The government aims to manage t...