The US executive order on retaliatory tariffs is likely to impact major economies that trade with the country and have high trade deficits with it. A Moneycontrol analysis of UN COMTRADE data shows that some countries will be hit harder as the US tries to reduce its $1.3 trillion trade deficit in 2024. Key Deficit […]
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China has announced fresh tariffs on US imports and launched an anti-trust probe against Google in response to the latest trade restrictions imposed by the United States. The Chinese Finance Ministry stated that a 15% tariff will be levied on US coal and liquefied natural gas, while a 10% tariff will be imposed on crude
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US stock markets faced heavy selling pressure on Monday as futures linked to the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq 100 fell sharply in early trade. Investor sentiment weakened after President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China raised concerns of a global trade war, weaker corporate earnings, and an economic slowdown. At
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The recent tariff imposition by US President Donald Trump towards Chinese, Mexican, and Canadian imports have generated ripples in financial markets globally, with a big impact for India. On one hand, the move can become a booster for India’s exports with its becoming a preferred source, but at a cost, in terms of fluctuations in
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Bitcoin surged to an all-time high of $109,241 as the United States gears up to inaugurate President-elect Donald Trump, known for his pro-crypto stance. The cryptocurrency rose by 5.5% on Monday, marking a fresh milestone in its upward trajectory. The rise in Bitcoin followed Trump and his wife Melania unveiling their own memecoins over the
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Tencent Holdings Ltd., China’s most valuable technology firm, conducted its biggest share repurchase in almost two decades following a sharp stock decline. The selloff occurred after Tencent was added to a US blacklist for alleged ties to the Chinese military. On Tuesday alone, the company bought back 3.93 million Hong Kong-listed shares worth HK$1.5 billion
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India is on track to overtake Japan in nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) rankings, driven by sustained economic growth and a stable currency, while Japan faces stagnation and a weakening yen. Key Predictions: Current Scenario: In 2023, India’s GDP stood at $3.55 trillion, while Japan’s was $4.22 trillion, according to World Bank data. The IMF
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The exchange-traded fund (ETF) market has hit a historic milestone in 2024, with net inflows exceeding $913 billion as of November, marking the largest annual inflows ever recorded. The previous record of $910 billion, set in 2021, has now been surpassed with a month still left in the year, as per Bloomberg Intelligence data. This
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Bitcoin prices surged close to $90,000 on Tuesday, reaching $89,599 as market sentiment turned highly optimistic following President-elect Donald Trump’s pro-crypto stance and his pledge to reshape the US cryptocurrency regulatory landscape. The rally gained momentum as Trump announced plans to position the US as a leader in cryptocurrency. His agenda includes setting up a
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According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, Qualcomm is reportedly exploring a potential acquisition of Intel. Qualcomm, which recently made its foray into PC processors, has approached Intel about a takeover, though the deal is described as “far from certain” and would likely face significant regulatory challenges. Intel, once a dominant player in
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