Wholesale inflation eases marginally to 9.78% in July as fuel prices cool
India’s wholesale inflation eased marginally to 9.78% in July 2026 from 9.87% in June, according to data released by the…
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Indian economy, trade, commodities and government policy.
Govt mandates 1 in 3 fuel facilities at every 3rd fuel outlet
The Indian government has mandated that at least every third retail fuel outlet operated by fuel marketing entities must offer…
China Yuan Nears 3.5-Year High as Fed Rate Bets Fade
Key takeaways The China yuan moved close to its strongest level in about 3.5 years. Traders expect fewer US rate…
India Faces Higher Venezuelan Oil Costs as Crude Discounts Narrow
India’s strategy of turning to Venezuelan crude as an alternative source of oil has become increasingly expensive, as discounts on…
US Treasury Yield Tops 5.2%, Highest Since 2001
Key takeaways The 30-year US Treasury yield moved above 5.2%, a level last seen in 2001. A yield is the…
Edible Oil Imports Jump 33% in July as Demand Rises
Key takeaways India’s edible oil imports rose 33% in July from a year earlier. Higher palm and soybean oil demand…
India’s trade deficit widens to 6-month high of $31.98 billion in July
India’s merchandise trade deficit widened to a six-month high of $31.98 billion in July 2026 as imports rose sharply despite…
India plans at least 5 indigenous small modular reactors by 2033
India is accelerating its nuclear power expansion with a plan to develop and operationalise at least five indigenous small modular…
Strait of Hormuz Crisis Delays Indian Exports and Raises Shipping Costs
India’s exporters are facing delays, higher freight rates and rising logistics costs as the continuing crisis around the Strait of…
India’s Retail Inflation Rises to 4.45% in July 2026
India's retail inflation rose to 4.45% in July 2026 from 4.38% in June as food prices stayed elevated, keeping CPI…