BoJ Has Room to Speed Up Rate Hikes as Price Pressures Build: Report
ICICI Bank Research says the Bank of Japan can accelerate its rate hike cycle, expecting a 25 bps hike in 2026 and more in 2027, taking the policy rate to 1.75%.
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AfD's Eastern Germany Surge Leaves Migrants Fearful Ahead of State Vote
As the AfD eyes victory in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, migrants in Rostock and Schwerin describe growing anti-immigrant abuse and weigh their future in Germany.
ED Arrests Kailash Chand Manglam in TTD Ghee Adulteration Case
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Kailash Chand Manglam, a co-conspirator in the Tirupati laddu ghee adulteration case, for allegedly manufacturing and supplying adulterated ghee to TTD.
Saudi Arabia Sounds Air-Raid Alerts in Riyadh as Attacks Resume
Saudi early-warning sirens sounded twice in Riyadh early Saturday, the first such alerts since the spring, as renewed strikes threaten oil exports and investment plans.
India Closes 64.5% of Gender Gap, Ranks 131st of 145 Economies
India has narrowed 64.5 per cent of its overall gender gap, ranking 131st among 145 economies, with education driving most of the improvement since 2006.
Petrol Dealers Threaten UPI Curbs Over Proposed MDR on Fuel Payments
Petrol pump dealers are pressing for a complete waiver of the proposed 0.4% MDR on UPI fuel payments and may stop accepting such transactions above Rs 2,000 from October 15.
Musk Projects AI Could Double US GDP Growth to 4% Next Year
Elon Musk expects AI to lift US GDP growth from about 2% to 4% next year, even as a brokerage flags rising funding hurdles for AI capital spending.
Bolivia Ends Diesel Subsidy, Moves to Unified Pricing to Ease Fuel Crisis
Bolivia has scrapped state diesel subsidies, shifting to a unified pricing model to tackle chronic fuel shortages and smuggling.
India-New Zealand FTA near implementation, could be a 'beacon' for global trade: McClay
New Zealand Trade Minister Todd McClay says the India-NZ FTA is close to implementation and can serve as a model for predictable global trade.
China's Oil Stockpile Blunts Price Shock From Iran War
China's massive oil reserves and reduced imports have softened global price shocks from the Iran war, easing pressure on the US and Europe.
India-New Zealand FTA set to enter into force within a month, says McClay
New Zealand Trade Minister Todd McClay says the India-New Zealand FTA should enter into force within a month, with Indian exporters getting duty-free access from day one.
Cuba's Power Grid Collapses Again, Leaving Millions in Darkness
Cuba's electrical grid suffered a total collapse on Friday, plunging the island into darkness as authorities began gradual restoration efforts.
Buffett Steps Back: The Legacy of Patience in a Fast-Money World
Warren Buffett retired as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, ending a decades-long run defined by patient value investing and plain-spoken advice.
Johannesburg Circus Programme Turns Township Talent Into Careers
A Johannesburg circus social programme helps young South Africans from under-resourced communities build professional careers in performance.
China's market regulator probes Meituan unit over unfair competition
China's market regulator is investigating a Meituan subsidiary and three other companies over suspected violations of unfair competition laws.
Paramount Weighs Sale of Cable Channels Including Comedy Central to Seal Warner Bros. Deal
Paramount has held talks about selling some cable channels, including Comedy Central, as it works to finalize its merger with Warner Bros.
Fuel prices hold steady across major Indian cities as dealers resist new UPI levy
Retail petrol and diesel prices were unchanged across major Indian cities on Saturday, even as fuel dealers pressed the government over a proposed UPI transaction fee.
Paramount Nears Settlement With States Over $110 Billion Warner Bros. Bid
Paramount and a dozen states suing to block its $110 billion Warner Bros. acquisition are in settlement talks that could conclude this weekend.
Trump Signs Russia-Iran Sanctions Act, Opening Path to 100% Tariffs on India and China
US President Donald Trump has signed a law allowing tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil and gas, including India and China.
Gold Hallmarking Fee Jumps 67% as Festive Demand Builds
BIS has raised the gold hallmarking fee to ₹75 per article from ₹45, adding compliance costs for jewellers as festive and wedding demand picks up amid record gold prices.