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Sensex surges over 1,700 points, Nifty tops 22,800 as global risk sentiment rebounds

Indian equities surged in early trade, with the BSE Sensex jumping over 1,700 points and the Nifty 50 crossing 22,800, tracking global gains as easing West Asia tensions lifted investor sentiment

STT hike, algo curbs, buyback tax: New market rules kick in from April 1

New rules from April 1 hike STT on F&O trades, tighten margin and broker funding norms, impose a 12 per cent surcharge on buyback gains, and introduce stricter algo and mutual fund regulations

South Korea exports soar to 38-year high on AI chip boom, West Asia risks cloud outlook

South Korea’s exports surged 48.3 per cent in March to a record high, driven by AI-led semiconductor demand, though West Asia tensions threaten supply chains and outlook

Asia stocks surge as Trump signals potential end to Iran conflict

Asian markets rallied sharply, led by South Korea and Japan, after Donald Trump signalled the Iran conflict could end within weeks, boosting risk sentiment despite lingering geopolitical uncertainty

Japan Inc sentiment firms up, but Iran war casts shadow on outlook

Business sentiment among Japan’s large firms improved in March, but companies expect conditions to worsen ahead as the Iran war drives up energy costs and heightens global economic uncertainty

US consumer confidence rises, but labour market cracks deepen as hiring hits six-year low

US consumer confidence rose modestly in March, but a sharp drop in job openings and hiring signals weakening labour market conditions amid rising inflation expectations and geopolitical tensions

Gold holds gains as Trump signals Iran war may end within weeks

Gold steadies after a three-day rally as Trump signals a possible end to the Iran conflict, even as broader market risks persist

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Did Hegseth’s broker attempt to purchase defence funds before Iran war?

A reported attempt by a broker linked to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to invest in a defence-focused ETF before the Iran conflict has sparked outrage. Though the deal never materialised, its timing has raised questions about market activity ahead of key US military decisions

How Saudi Arabia is bypassing the Strait of Hormuz using its East-West oil pipeline

As the Strait of Hormuz remains largely blocked amid the US-Israel war on Iran, Saudi Arabia is redirecting crude through its East-West Pipeline to keep exports flowing. The massive Petroline network has become a critical lifeline for global oil markets during one of the biggest energy disruptions in decades

‘We bring trust & predictability in extreme volatility’: Swedish envoy to Firstpost on India-EU trade deal

The India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) brings trust and predictability to a world roiled by volatile trade and tariff disputes, Swedish Ambassador Jan Thesleff told Firstpost.

Mercedes-Benz India at Rising Bharat Summit: 'China market is very different...'

At Rising Bharat Summit 2026, Mercedes-Benz India outlined its value-led growth strategy, record 2025 revenue, localisation push, and views on the India-EU FTA. CEO Santosh Iyer also compared India and China’s auto markets, highlighting why India is emerging as a key global pillar for Mercedes

Rising Bharat Summit: Gold’s big moment? What the World Gold Council chief revealed

At the Rising Bharat Summit 2026 in New Delhi, the World Gold Council chief outlined why gold prices remain near record highs, citing geopolitics, central bank buying, ETF inflows, rising institutional demand, digitisation of bullion markets, and concerns over global debt, while urging investors to prioritise responsibly sourced gold

Who is Borge Brende, World Economic Forum chief who quit over Epstein files?

Borge Brende, president and CEO of the World Economic Forum, resigned after US Justice Department documents revealed multiple interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. The disclosures triggered an independent WEF review and political backlash in Norway amid the general scrutiny of Epstein’s network across business and political elites

Trump’s tariff toolbox explained: What are Sections 122, 301 and 232, and why they matter

After the US Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump’s emergency tariffs, the White House activated alternative trade laws to keep import duties in place. Sections 122, 301 and 232 now anchor Washington’s tariff strategy, changing the route the US takes to pressure trading partners and protect domestic industries

What do new 10% US tariffs mean for Indian exports and the India-US trade deal?

After a US Supreme Court ruling struck down President Donald Trump's emergency tariffs, Washington imposed a temporary 10 per cent global duty and launched fresh trade probes. Indian exports now face reset tariff rates, even as Trump says the India-US trade deal framework remains intact

Can cash-strapped Pakistan afford to redevelop New York’s Roosevelt Hotel with US?

Pakistan has agreed with the US to jointly redevelop New York’s Roosevelt Hotel, aiming to unlock value from a $1 billion-plus overseas asset. The move aligns with IMF-backed privatisation plans but comes as Islamabad remains cash-strapped, debt-burdened, and reliant on external financing and rollovers

Trump's impact? China cuts duties on EU dairy products after 18-month probe

The final ruling lowers duties to 7.4%–11.7%, easing trade tensions but still offering protection to domestic producers

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Who is Willie Walsh? A pilot-turned-aviation heavyweight now leading IndiGo

From Aer Lingus cockpit to leading the world’s airline body, Walsh’s journey mirrors the evolution—and turbulence—of modern aviation

South Korea launches first oil swap programme to cushion West Asia supply risks

Seoul allows refiners to borrow crude from strategic reserves amid Hormuz concerns, pushes diversification of oil imports

IndiGo’s big move: Who is its new CEO Willie Walsh and can he steer the airline through turbulence?

The 64-year-old aviation executive has enjoyed a distinguished career, rising from the cockpit to the corner office and leading British Airways.

New Income Tax rules to kick in from April 1: How your take-home salary will be affected

The new financial year is about to begin, and big changes are expected to kick in. From April 1, the New Income Tax Act 2025 and the new Labour Code will come into effect. This will bring noticeable differences in your salary slips, as well as the way you pay your taxes

US gasoline prices cross $4 mark after four years as Iran war disrupts global oil supply

Strait of Hormuz tensions and surging crude push fuel costs higher, squeezing households and complicating Trump’s economic narrative ahead of midterms

SBI suggests special forex window for oil companies to stabilise rupee amid rising volatility

Large dollar demand from oil marketing companies is adding pressure on the rupee; separate FX mechanism could ease market stress, says report

Bond markets flash recession signal as war fear morphs into pandemic-like shutdown anxiety

Global bond markets are signalling a sharp shift from inflation fears to recession risks, as the West Asia conflict drives investors to price in rate cuts and a potential pandemic-like economic slowdown

The Hormuz dividend: China is buying US oil again — Trump and Xi have reason to want that noticed

China is quietly resuming US oil and LNG imports amid Hormuz disruptions, giving both Washington and Beijing a strategic win ahead of the Trump-Xi summit

Rupee slide mirrors global currency moves amid West Asia tensions; strong reserves cushion volatility, says SBI

SBI report flags global uncertainty—not domestic weakness—as the key driver; suggests targeted FX measures and liquidity calibration to stabilise markets

Did Hegseth’s broker attempt to purchase defence funds before Iran war?

South Korea unveils $17.3 billion stimulus to cushion West Asia shock, boost demand

South Korea has proposed a $17.3 billion supplementary budget to support consumers and businesses as rising oil prices from the West Asia conflict threaten growth and fuel inflation

Morpheus flags ‘anti-competitive’ practices at MakeMyTrip, alleges defiance of CCI order

Morpheus Research on Monday released a report accusing travel booking platform MakeMyTrip of indulging in "anticompetitive practices" despite a significant penalty order from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) in 2022 directing the company to stop such practices.

Stock market holiday: BSE, NSE remain closed for Mahavir Jayanti, reopen April 1

BSE and NSE remain closed on Mahavir Jayanti, with trading set to resume April 1 amid recent sharp market declines

Bank holiday today: RBI keeps agency banks open for year-end transactions

Banks remain shut in many states for Mahavir Jayanti, but RBI has directed agency banks to stay open on March 31 to process government transactions before the financial year closes

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