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HDFC Mutual Fund limits subscription in its gold ETF and FoF. What this means for investors?

HDFC Mutual Fund has temporarily restricted large lump-sum investments in its Gold ETF and Gold ETF Fund of Fund amid surging gold prices and rising inflows. While SIPs remain unaffected, the move aims to curb excessive exposure to gold, which experts warn could worsen India's import bill and current account…

The Economic Times

France stunned by Ivory Coast in World Cup warm-up defeat

The Elephants overturned an early deficit to beat France 2-1 on Thursday, inflicting a rare defeat on Didier Deschamps's side in their penultimate World Cup warm-up game.

France 24

India considers spending curbs to protect fiscal deficit target

India's government is reviewing potential budget spending cuts. Higher oil prices are increasing subsidy costs and threatening fiscal goals. Officials are looking at trimming allocations in areas like water resources and loans to states. Capital expenditure and defense spending are unlikely to be reduced.

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New York Knicks storm back to beat Wembanyama's Spurs in NBA finals opener

Jalen Brunson scored 30 points as the New York Knicks rallied from a 14-point second-half deficit to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 on Wednesday and seize a 1-0 lead in the NBA Finals. Brunson overcame an early injury scare and scored 13 fourth-quarter points, outdueling Victor Wembanyama to complete…

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QLD:Corruption watchdog called in over police funding chaos

A state's police budget is under fire after an independent review uncovered a looming $400 million deficit, triggering a corruption watchdog referral.

AAP

Corruption watchdog probes police funding fiasco

A review has uncovered a $400 million hole in a state police budget with funds meant for frontline diverted elsewhere, triggering a corruption watchdog probe.

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Broader markets crash! Physicswallah, Coforge, other small & midcap stocks tumble up to 6%. Do you own?

Indian smallcap and midcap stocks plummeted on Wednesday due to persistent FII selling, a weakening rupee, and global factors. IT stocks, which had surged previously, saw a sharp selloff, with major players like TCS and Infosys dropping significantly. Analysts point to energy shocks and current account deficit concerns impacting market…

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New York 'POWER' Utility Rebates Are Coming: Who Gets a Check?

Rebate checks offer quick relief, but New York budget shifts on childcare, tipped wages, and housing taxes could dictate your true cost of living in 2026.

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A ₹3 lakh crore rain check? India’s monsoon now comes with a Hormuz fine print

India’s fertiliser supply chain is under strain as the West Asia conflict disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for imports. The crisis comes just as India faces a below-normal monsoon forecast, with the IMD projecting rainfall at 90% of the long-term average and a 92% probability…

The Economic Times

India's CPI inflation expected to rise to 4.8% with crude oil averaging USD 90/bbl in FY27: Report

Forecasts indicate that by FY27, India’s inflation could hit 4.8%, driven by crude oil prices projected at USD 90 per barrel. Factors such as the ongoing conflict in West Asia and a less favorable monsoon outlook are pivotal. Economic growth might taper to 6.3%, with both fiscal and current account…

The Economic Times

If You Want to Invest in AI Without Losing Sleep, Buy Google Stock Now

Alphabet is the most resilient AI play on the market. Fueled by real cash flow from its classic advertising business and protected from cloud computing deflation, Google is built to survive any macroeconomic "crash test."

Barchart

Sugar Prices Continue Higher on Fears of a Weak Monsoon in India

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) is up +0.44 (+3.13%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +12.20 (+2.78%). Today’s gains added to last Friday’s rally of +0.93% in world sugar and +2.94% in London white sugar. Sugar prices on Monday continued higher amid concerns...

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Are the 3 Newest Members of the $1 Trillion Market Cap Club the Latest Sign of an AI Bubble?

Driven by an AI memory chip shortage, Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron have crossed $1 trillion market caps as the supply deficit is set to last through 2027.

MarketBeat

India meets FY26 fiscal deficit target of 4.4% of GDP; revenue deficit at 1.55%

India's fiscal deficit reached the budgeted 4.4% of GDP for fiscal 2026. This eases immediate government finance worries. However, the focus shifts to next year's ambitious consolidation target. The country might face challenges meeting the current year's deficit goal due to rising subsidy costs. Revenue receipts showed mixed performance compared…

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Higher borrowing costs raise economic and political stakes for Trump

US President Donald Trump faces renewed pressure from rising US borrowing costs as investors price in inflation risks linked to the Iran conflict, tariffs and concerns over long-term government debt.

AAP

Trump is facing a new inflation warning from the bond market, adding to his midterm challenges

The world is getting more uptight about lending money to President Donald Trump's government

The Economic Times

Shot of hike as painkiller: India’s economic storm calls for decisive MPC action

India's economy faces a perfect storm. The rupee is at historic lows, subsidies are soaring, and fiscal deficit risks are rising. Capital outflows are accelerating, and prices are climbing. The Monetary Policy Committee meets this week. Many expect rates to stay unchanged. However, rising inflation pressures may force a rate…

Bangkok Post

KKP warns Thailand faces dual deficit risk

Thailand could be at risk of entering a "dual deficit" situation and facing longer-term baht weakness.

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Sugar Prices Jump on Fears of a Weak Monsoon in India

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Friday closed up +0.13 (+0.93%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed up +12.50 (+2.94%). Sugar prices rose sharply on Friday amid concerns that an emerging El Niño weather pattern will lead to a poor monsoon season in India,...

AAP

US goods trade deficit narrows as exports surge

Goods exports from the United States increased by $US8.5 billion ‌to $US219.7 billion in April, narrowing the country's trade deficit.

Barchart

Fears of a Poor India Monsoon Lift Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is up +0.16 (+1.15%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +12.50 (+2.94%). Sugar prices are climbing today on concerns that an emerging El Niño weather pattern will lead to a poor monsoon season in India, the world's...

The Economic Times

Energy prices, current account deficit, balance of payments big priorities right now: CEA

Managing macroeconomic fundamentals like balance of payments and current account deficit is a top priority for the government. The West Asia conflict has caused a global energy shock. Chief economic advisor V Anantha Nageswaran highlighted this urgency. He also spoke on securitisation and microfinance thresholds. Priority Sector Lending mandates are…

Bangkok Post

Thailand posts record-high current account deficit in April as economy slows

Thailand posted a record-high current account deficit of $7.6 billion in April, with economic growth ‌slowing from the previous month from the impacts of the Middle East war and expected to get weaker, the Bank of Thailand said on Friday.

The Economic Times

RBI flags US-Iran war's impact on rupee, lists measures to manage forex

The Reserve Bank of India, in its annual report, said the rupee weakened nearly 10% in FY26 due to trade uncertainties, a wider deficit, the Middle East conflict and FII outflows. RBI intervened in forex markets and expanded measures such as SRVAs and local currency arrangements to stabilise the currency…

Newcastle Herald

University records surplus after year of controversial cost-saving strategies

Some have questioned whether the financial success was worth it.

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