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FinanceThe 8th Pay Commission salary calculator highlights how changes in the fitment factor could significantly increase monthly salaries and arrears. With multiple scenarios under consideration, central government employees are closely watching how revised pay structures may impact their financial future.
FinanceIndia has launched a ₹497 crore relief scheme to support exporters affected by the Middle East conflict. The initiative aims to offset rising freight and insurance costs, protect shipments and ensure trade continuity as disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz impact global shipping routes.
FinanceOil prices surged above $110 after reports of a strike on Iran’s South Pars gas field, raising fears of further disruption to global energy supplies. The escalation has renewed volatility in oil and gas markets, with analysts warning that prices could remain unstable.
FinanceThe US has eased sanctions on Venezuela’s oil sector to boost global supply as the Iran war disrupts energy markets. The move allows companies to resume limited dealings with PDVSA, aiming to stabilise rising oil prices amid growing concerns over shortages.
FinanceIndia is set to launch cheaper versions of popular weight-loss drugs as the semaglutide patent expires. The move could cut prices sharply, expand access for millions, and reshape global obesity treatment, though doctors warn about misuse, side effects and the need for strict regulation.
FinanceCuba has invited exiles to invest in businesses in a major shift in policy as it faces a deep economic crisis. The move signals a new approach to the diaspora, but US sanctions and long-standing mistrust may limit its impact.
FinanceGold prices are holding above $5,000 per ounce as investors weigh the impact of the Iran war, inflation risks and central bank policies. While geopolitical tensions support safe-haven demand, rising oil prices and interest rate uncertainty continue to limit stronger gains in bullion markets.
FinanceIndian IT stocks fall sharply after Nvidia’s AI outlook shakes investor confidence, raising concerns over future demand and margins.
FinanceIndian officials say a new US tariff structure could improve India’s comparative advantage in the American market as negotiations for a bilateral trade deal continue. The agreement is expected to address tariff disputes and strengthen trade ties between the world’s two largest democracies.
FinanceKotak AMC’s Nilesh Shah says investors who are underweight on equities should consider investing gradually in large and mid-cap stocks during market volatility. He also advises maintaining balanced asset allocation and focusing on domestic-focused sectors less affected by global oil price shocks.
FinanceThe latest global billionaire rankings highlight US dominance while India rapidly climbs the wealth ladder driven by entrepreneurship and economic expansion.
FinanceFlipkart backed PhonePe has paused its IPO plans amid geopolitical tensions and market volatility, reflecting caution across the global fintech investment landscape.