The U.S. economy bounced back robustly in Q2 2025, growing at a revised 3.3% annualized rate, up from the initial estimate of 3% and a sharp contrast to the –0.5% contraction in Q1. This rebound was driven by increased business investment—particularly in AI and intellectual property—stronger consumer spending, and a dramatic fall in imports, which added over 5 percentage points to GDP.
The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) has unveiled plans to introduce a pre-open session for index and stock futures in the equity derivatives segment, effective December 8, 2025.
India’s industrial health received a notable boost in July 2025, with the Index of Industrial Production IIP growing at 3.5% year-on-year, up substantially from 1.5% in June, according to the National Statistical Office.
The Trump administration has announced a steep 50% tariff on Indian imports, citing India’s continued purchase of discounted Russian oil.
In July 2025, India's crude oil imports declined sharply—dropping 8.7% month-on-month to 18.56 million metric tons, marking the lowest level since February 2024 , . This trend comes amid weakening domestic demand, shifting global trade dynamics, and mounting geopolitical pressures.
Fitch Ratings reaffirmed India’s long-term foreign-currency issuer default rating at “BBB-” with a Stable Outlook. This affirmation underscores continued confidence in India's macroeconomic strength, even in the face of rising U.S. trade tensions and tariff risks.
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