EU signals global minimum tax rollout

Global minimum tax: EU signal may prompt a flurry of action by others

The global minimum tax will replace the existing tax system created to deal with businesses that have some physical presence in a jurisdiction. Read more »
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Zero Covid policy: Chinese rollback too little too late

The relaxation of China’s zero Covid policy is expected to boost the global economy, but may fall short in the face a sharp decline in consumer demand. Read more »
RBI hikes repo rate

RBI raises repo rate by 35 bps, may have another hike before pressing pause button

After announcing the repo rate hike, the RBI governor hints that the war on inflation is far from over with core inflation remains sticky and food inflation stays exposed to global factors. Read more »
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RBI MPC meet: Market braces for a moderate interest rate hike

The RBI panel is unlikely to go in for another aggressive interest rate hike that could hurt growth at a time when the global economy is staring at a recession. Read more »
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Higher remittances to India bring cheer, but looming recession threatens disruption

There is a visible shift in the remittances pattern – while the Gulf countries remain a major source, the inflow from high-income countries in the West such as the US, UK, Japan,... Read more »
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Slow GDP Q2 growth no big concern amid global recession fears

Slow GDP Q2 growth: Robust GST collections have added another dimension to the debate on the health of the Indian economy. Goods and Services Tax mop-up in November rose 11% year-on-year to... Read more »
The rupee free fall

Digital Rupee explained: Retail CBDC offers savings for RBI, anonymity for customers

Digital rupee: The e-rupee or the retail central bank digital currency backed by RBI is expected to be lapped up by the private sector, non-financial consumers and businesses. Read more »
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The recession and aftermath: Five trends that will shape of the next cycle

Inflation is likely to be more persistent post-recession -- the economies are likely to face higher than target inflation in years to come. Read more »
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Old pension scheme promises hit PFRDA hurdle

More state governments set to join the chorus for bringing back the old pension scheme, even at the cost of financial ruin. Read more »
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India-Australia FTA will boost trade in services, minerals

The India-Australia FTA will lead to the Asian partner’s entry into RCEP, the mega Asia Pacific trade bloc with 14 members. Read more »