Rising crude oil prices and weak monsoon rainfall could increase inflation in India, threaten farmers’ incomes, and slow economic growth. Understand the impact on fuel prices, food costs, and the RBI’s interest rate decisions in the 2026–27 financial year.
China’s reported US Treasury holdings have declined, while holdings attributed to Canada, Belgium and Luxembourg have increased. The figures have raised questions about foreign custodians and beneficial ownership, but they do not prove that China is secretly routing investments through other countries.
Gold prices in India may stabilise ahead of Diwali after the US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged. Festive demand, the rupee-dollar exchange rate and the December rate decision will influence the outlook.
Planning to buy an affordable flat? Learn six important checks covering hidden charges, property documents, carpet area, location, home loan EMI and CIBIL score before investing.
Jio Platforms shares debuted at ₹1,358, a 21.40% premium over the ₹1,119 issue price. Investors gained ₹239 per share at listing, based on the reported figures.
