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The rupee is expected to weaken to Rs 97 per dollar by FY27-end and Rs 99 by FY28-end, BMI said. Elevated energy prices, global risk aversion and interest-rate differentials will pressure the currency, while capital inflows and remittances may cushion depreciation

Critical reforms in labour, land, agriculture, education, healthcare, infrastructure and the justice system are still pending

PL Wealth retained its overweight stance on Indian equities, citing strong long-term fundamentals despite risks from inflation, crude oil prices, the rupee and foreign outflows. The report recommends phased investments in quality stocks while favouring infrastructure, financials and manufacturing themes

The Indian rupee fell 20 paise to settle at 96.73 against the US dollar on Thursday. Escalating West Asia tensions pushed Brent crude to $96.15 per barrel, while heavy foreign equity outflows continued to pressure the local currency

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that government reforms have transformed India into a global hub for innovation. Addressing the YiFi Entrepreneurship Summit 2026, she urged young entrepreneurs to leverage sunrise sectors, stable policies, and digital infrastructure to build generational businesses

The IMF lowered India's 2026 growth forecast to 6.4% due to higher global oil prices driven by the Middle East conflict but raised its 2027 outlook, citing resilient domestic demand, stronger economic activity, easing energy pressures, and sustained medium-term growth prospects despite global uncertainty

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India successfully managed the economic impact of the West Asia crisis through prudent resource management, strong domestic consumption and trade agreements, enabling it to remain the world's fastest-growing major economy while strengthening strategic cooperation with France

Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced that India-US bilateral trade talks have entered their final stage, securing preferential market access. Goyal also confirmed the India-UK FTA launches July 15, while the India-EU pact is tracking for a year-end rollout

Private fuel retailer Nayara Energy has cut petrol prices by ₹5 per litre and diesel by ₹3 per litre across India. The move, triggered by cooling global crude prices, has brought major relief to consumers and gig workers

An SBI Research report reveals that West Bengal’s FY27 budget marks a strategic shift toward investment-led growth and industrialization. While aiming to cut its revenue deficit, the state faces fiscal challenges from high debt and reliance on central funds

The RBI Bulletin has warned that an adverse south-west monsoon could affect India's growth and inflation outlook. While domestic economic momentum remains strong, geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions and uncertainty surrounding the global economy continue to pose significant risks

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman accused Rahul Gandhi of consistently portraying India negatively and ignoring its economic progress. Highlighting growth, poverty reduction, welfare schemes and digital infrastructure, she said India remains resilient despite global challenges and continues advancing towards Viksit Bharat 2047

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking in Daman, highlighted India’s strong economic foundation as GDP grew 7.7 percent in FY 2025-26, with 7.8 percent growth in the January-March quarter.

The Reserve Bank of India has dismissed reports suggesting it liquidated USD 12 billion in gold to defend forex reserves. The RBI confirmed physical gold stocks remain unchanged at 880.52 tonnes, despite severe macro pressures on the rupee

The RBI Bulletin said India’s near-term economic outlook remains clouded by supply-side pressures and risks arising from the West Asia conflict. However, domestic demand, strong services exports and policy measures are expected to help the economy withstand global uncertainties and external challenges

The Prime Minister’s appeal for austerity reflects growing concern that the Iran conflict is emerging as an economic threat capable of driving up inflation, fuel prices and household costs across India

Piyush Goyal urged Indian industry to treat global disruptions as a wake-up call for self-reliance, productivity and innovation. He emphasised reducing import dependence, accelerating EV adoption, leveraging AI, and boosting exports to strengthen India’s economy amid global uncertainty

Unless structural weaknesses are addressed, India risks remaining an economy of immense potential but limited outcomes

In New York, Sanjay Malhotra said short-term FDI outflows and exchange fluctuations are cyclical and monitored. He highlighted reforms, strong fundamentals, low inflation, robust forex reserves, and India’s growth trajectory at a financial round-table discussion

India’s poor standing in World Happiness Report 2026 reflects the ongoing challenges despite being one of the world’s fastest-growing economies