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India’s corporate landscape is abuzz with anticipation as more than 110 listed companies prepare to release their second-quarter (Q2 FY26) earnings in what is shaping up to be one of the most crucial reporting seasons of the year. The results, expected through early November, will provide a clear picture of how Indian businesses are navigating an environment of global economic uncertainty, fluctuating commodity prices, and evolving consumer demand. This earnings season holds particular significance for investors, policymakers, and analysts as

Japan has made global financial history this week with the official launch of the world’s first yen-pegged stablecoin. The digital currency, fully backed by Japan’s fiat currency, is designed to maintain a one-to-one ratio with the Japanese yen. Its introduction represents a major milestone in Japan’s efforts to modernize its financial infrastructure and strengthen its position as a leader in digital asset innovation across Asia and the world. The yen-pegged stablecoin, developed under strict government regulations, aims to blend the

Global markets experienced a strong rally this week as oil prices surged following renewed progress in trade talks between the United States and China. The positive developments in discussions between the world’s two largest economies have reignited investor confidence, easing concerns about slowing growth and supply chain disruptions. Brent crude, the international oil benchmark, rose above $90 per barrel — its highest level in months — signaling renewed optimism in global demand and trade recovery. The U.S.–China trade relationship has

The U.S. labor market has long been a cornerstone of economic stability, but recent tariff impositions have introduced significant disruptions, creating a ripple effect across industries and workers. Tariffs, designed to protect domestic industries and encourage local production, often have unintended consequences. When tariffs depress economic activity, they destabilize the labor market, leading to job losses, wage stagnation, and shifts in workforce dynamics. This article explores the multifaceted impacts of tariff-induced instability in the U.S. labor market and its broader

On April 7, 2025, Goldman Sachs, a leading global investment bank, raised its forecast for the likelihood of a U.S. recession within the next 12 months to 45%, up from its previous estimate of 35%. This adjustment comes amid growing concerns over the economic fallout from sweeping tariffs introduced by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. The announcement, reported by Reuters, reflects a broader trend among major financial institutions revising their economic outlooks as fears of a trade war

The European Commission announced on Wednesday that the European Union will impose counter-tariffs on €26 billion ($28 billion) worth of U.S. goods starting next month, escalating the ongoing global trade war. The move comes in response to broad U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum. Despite the retaliatory measures, the EU emphasized that it remains open to negotiations, stating that higher tariffs serve no one’s best interests. The bloc aims to impose the new duties in two steps, matching the economic