India’s ambitions to become a global manufacturing powerhouse remain unfulfilled despite numerous policy interventions and economic reforms. While initiatives like the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme were designed to accelerate industrial growth, the sector continues to lag behind...

Automakers are compelled to increase vehicle prices as tariffs raise production costs significantly. To offset these expenses, manufacturers are forced to reduce or simplify various vehicle features. The result is that consumers now face cars that offer less customization and fewer luxury options...

The U.S. auto industry has been thrown into turmoil following former President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 25% tariff on all imported vehicles and auto parts. The move, aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing, has sparked concerns across the global automotive sector, leading to stock...

European companies have made substantial investments in generative AI technology over recent years. This surge in capital expenditure reflects the high hopes placed on the transformative potential of AI to revolutionize business operations and boost efficiency. Firms have committed significant...

Top commodity traders remain confident that the oil market is well supplied for the foreseeable future. Executives from leading trading houses have pointed out that current supply levels are robust, with plenty of production capacity available to meet global demand. The consensus is that, for the...

India is weighing a significant tariff cut on more than half of its U.S. imports—a move that could impact goods valued at around $23 billion. This preemptive step is designed to offset the potential damage of U.S. reciprocal tariffs that threaten to disrupt trade flows. By lowering its tariffs,...

In a move reflecting Beijing's ongoing efforts to address industrial overcapacity and environmental concerns, several steel producers in northwestern China's Xinjiang region have commenced production cuts. Notably, Xinjiang Ba Yi Iron and Steel Co, a subsidiary of the world's largest steel...

Investor sentiment in the biopharma sector has experienced a marked realignment over the past few years. High-cost, high-risk gene therapies that once captured the imagination of venture capitalists are now being sidelined in favor of sectors that promise more immediate returns. As the market...

The slowing economy in China has taken a heavy toll on the restaurant industry. As consumer spending tightens, dining out is increasingly viewed as a luxury that many can no longer afford. This downturn has contributed to a deflationary spiral that is shrinking revenues across the board, with many...

Government and corporate bonds worldwide have now surged past the $100 trillion mark, setting a historic record that underscores the unparalleled fiscal pressures faced by economies around the globe. This milestone reflects decades of cumulative borrowing by nations and companies alike, as they...

Fintech and cryptocurrency companies are increasingly pursuing bank charters as a means to expand their operations and capture a larger share of the financial market. With a shift toward a more industry-friendly regulatory climate under the current administration, these firms view the acquisition...