Budget 2026: MSME exports need credit push; Deloitte seeks funding for critical minerals

Deloitte India has urged the government to use the FY27 Budget to strengthen India’s trade resilience by expanding export credit and concessional financing for MSMEs, while also earmarking funds for exploration and overseas access to critical minerals, according to its Budget expectations released on Friday .Highlighting the central role of small enterprises in the economy,…

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The cartoonist who got it right: Scott Adams’ 87-word financial masterclass remains the best investment advice ever written

Scott Adams, the creator of the Dilbert comic strip, has passed away Scott Adams, the creator of the Dilbert comic strip, passed away a few days ago at 68 after battling cancer. For most people, he was the man who made cubicle life funny, who turned the pointy-haired boss into a universal symbol of corporate…

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India key growth engine for world! IMF to upgrade country’s outlook late January; cites strong Q3 growth figures

The International Monetary Fund has highlighted India’s position in world economy, saying that New Delhi continues to play a crucial role in driving global economic growth, with recent indicators pointing to stronger-than-expected performance. Addressing reporters during a media briefing on Thursday, IMF spokesperson Julie Kozack said that India has emerged as one of the world’s…

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Unemployment rate rises marginally to 4.8% in Dec on back of urban joblessness’ increase

NEW DELHI: Unemployment rate for those in the 15 years and above age group inched up marginally in Dec while the labour force participation rate (LFPR) maintained an upward momentum, the periodic labour force survey monthly showed ThursdayThe overall joblessness rate was estimated 4.8% in Dec compared to 4.7% in Nov. The survey results showed…

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India–China trade: Exports jump 67% in December on electronics, marine shipments; imports also rise

India’s merchandise exports to China surged 67.35% year-on-year to $2.04 billion in December, driven by higher shipments of electronics, marine and agricultural products, according to Commerce Ministry data released on Thursday.The sharp rise was led by exports of oil meals, marine products, telecom instruments and spices. In the electronics segment, key items registering strong growth…

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US markets today: Wall Street steadies as Big Tech rebounds on earning results; oil prices slide sharply

Wall Street steadied on Thursday as heavyweight technology stocks bounced back on the back of strong signals from the global chip industry, while a sharp drop in crude oil prices helped soothe broader market concerns, according to an AP report.The S&P 500 rose 0.6%, snapping a two-day losing streak that followed its recent record high….

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Budget 2026: Finance ministry address changed, but why budget printing still happens at North Block

The address of the finance ministry may have changed, but when it comes to guarding the country’s most closely held financial secret, tradition still holds firm on Raisina Hill.Even after the ministry’s move to the new Central Secretariat offices at Kartavya Bhawan last year, the printing of the Union Budget — among the most confidential…

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