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MPC minutes: Policy space exists for rate cut, but this is not the opportune time; says RBI Governor

Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra indicated that policy space exists for a further rate cut, but the timing needs to be right to ensure the move has the desired impact, according to minutes of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting released on Wednesday.Malhotra, along with five other MPC members, voted to maintain the…

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Merchandise trade deficit rises 30.37% to $32.15 billion: Exports up 6.75%, imports surge 16.7% in September

India’s merchandise exports in September 2025 rose 6.75 per cent to $36.38 billion from $34.08 billion a year earlier, while imports jumped 16.7 per cent to $68.53 billion, according to data released by the ministry of Commerce and Industry on Wednesday. The surge in imports, led by gold, silver, fertilisers, and electronics, pushed the merchandise…

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Vegetable oil imports jump 51% in September: Surge in crude palm oil drives growth; refined shipments fall to zero

India’s vegetable oil imports rose sharply by 51% in September to 16.39 lakh tonnes, boosted by higher crude palm oil (CPO) shipments, even as refined oil imports fell to zero for the first time since 2021, the Solvent Extractors’ Association of India (SEA) said on Wednesday.Total vegetable oil imports — including both edible and non-edible…

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Trade talks with US: Delhi working to find ‘win-win situation’; 45% of Indian exports remain tariff-free

NEW DELHI: Government sources on Wednesday said that discussions between India and the United States on trade issues are “deeper and ongoing,” with both sides working towards finding a “win-win solution.“According to government sources quoted by ANI, engagement between India and the United States is continuing at multiple levels, with constructive discussions taking place.“The ambassador-designate…

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India’s job market to expand led by E-commerce, logistics and retail; Tier-II cities see growing opportunities: Report

India’s job market is experiencing a robust upswing, driven by sectors such as e-commerce, logistics, retail, automotive, FMCG, and electric vehicles. This growth is increasingly reaching Tier-II cities, indicating a broader geographical spread of employment opportunities, according to the latest Employment Outlook Report by TeamLease Services for the second half of fiscal year 2025-26.The report,…

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Gold Rush ahead? Yellow metal prices could surge 150% by 2028: Report

Gold’s price trajectory shows remarkable momentum, with a nearly 50% increase this year and breaking the $4,000 per ounce threshold. Analysis suggests potential growth of 150% by 2028 at the current rate, according to reports.Ed Yardeni, who leads Yardeni Research, maintains a strongly positive outlook on gold, as per Economic Times citing his report. His…

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Leadership change at Hyundai Motors: Tarun Garg named CEO of India arm; $5 billion investment plan unveiled

Tarun Garg (File photo; credit- Hyundai website) Hyundai Motor India announced on Wednesday the appointment of Tarun Garg as its new chief executive officer, establishing a historic milestone as the first Indian to lead the company’s operations in the country. The announcement was made alongside the disclosure of a $5 billion investment strategy for enhancing…

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Cryptocurrency rates today: Bitcoin steadies above $112k after brief dip; Ethereum edges up 0.6% amid cautious trade

Bitcoin moved up to $112,493 following a brief fall under $110,000 on Wednesday, indicating careful market behaviour. Ethereum was trading at approximately $4,119, showing a 0.59% increase.At 10.26 am IST, Ethereum registered a 0.59% gain at $4,118. Several prominent cryptocurrencies including BNB, XRP, Dogecoin, Tron, Cardano, and Hyperliquid declined by over 3%, while Solana increased…

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