Rupee Depreciation: Impact of US-Iran Tensions and RBI Monetary Policy

The Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar as investors brace for the RBI’s monetary policy decision and monitor escalating tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points The Indian rupee depreciated due to investor concerns over

E-Commerce Growth in India: How Gen Z and AI Will Drive a $250 Billion Market by 2030

India’s e-commerce market is predicted to explode to $250 billion by 2030, fuelled by Gen Z’s digital habits, the rise of quick commerce, and the transformative power of artificial intelligence. Key Points India’s e-commerce market is projected to reach USD

Wall Street futures point at subdued start ahead of Trump’s Iran ceasefire deadline

US markets are trading cautiously on Tuesday, with futures indicating a subdued open as investors balance risk appetite amid the ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, especially ahead of the looming Trump-imposed deadline on Iran. At 5.08 pm IST, S&P Futures were 21

US-Iran war: How to rebalance your portfolio beyond the traditional 60/40? Goldman Sachs answers

The Iran war has rattled global markets, lifted oil prices and reignited inflation concerns, but the damage to diversified investment portfolios has remained relatively limited so far, according to Goldman Sachs. In a note on portfolio strategy, Goldman Sachs Research

RBI proposes separate categories of business correspondents

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced comprehensive draft norms for branch authorisation and business correspondents, aiming to expand formal banking access, particularly in rural areas, by classifying BCs into new categories and redefining banking outlets. Photograph: Francis Mascarenhas/Reuters

India’s Auto Retail Sector Achieves Record Sales in FY26 Driven by GST 2.0

India’s auto retail sector achieved a landmark year in FY26, recording an all-time high of nearly 3 crore vehicle sales, propelled by the transformative impact of GST 2.0 and improved affordability across various segments. IMAGE: Workers install an electric motor

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson Resigns: What This Means for the Airline

Air India Chief Executive Officer Campbell Wilson has resigned from his role, despite being midway through a five-year contract, prompting questions about the future leadership of the airline. Photograph: Jaimi Joy/Reuters Key Points Air India CEO Campbell Wilson has resigned

Indian Stock Market Surge: What’s Driving the Sensex and Nifty Rebound?

Indian stock markets experienced a strong rebound, with Sensex and Nifty surging as crude oil prices eased amid ceasefire hopes and a rally in bank stocks. Photograph: Shailesh Andrade/Reuters Sensex and Nifty50 Rally: Key Highlights from Today’s Market Sensex and

Futures cautious amid Iran ceasefire talks; easing oil prices

US stock futures trade mixed as oil prices ease, with S and P and Nasdaq up, Dow slightly down, as markets track US Iran tensions and possible ceasefire talks over the Strait of Hormuz US Stock Market Live Updates: US

Is a surprise RBI rate hike coming this week as US-Iran war continues?

RBI Monetary policy: As the Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) heads into its April policy meeting, a question that seemed unthinkable just weeks ago is now entering market conversations: could the central bank deliver a surprise rate