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India’s economic momentum intact: Morgan Stanley raises India’s growth outlook for FY26, FY27 on rising capex, domestic demand

Morgan Stanley, a global financial services firm, on Wednesday modestly upgraded its forecast for the Indian economy to 6.2 per cent year-on-year for financial year 2026, up from 6.1 per cent and 6.5 per cent for FY 2027, up from 6.3 per cent.“We upgrade our growth forecasts modestly to 6.2 per cent YoY (vs. 6.1…

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Pakistan GDP growth misses estimates; economy grows just 2.68% in FY25 even as country eyes $4.9 billion in external loans

Pakistan plans to secure external commercial financing totalling $4.9 billion for the fiscal year 2025-26. (AI image) Pakistan’s GDP growth has missed the government’s growth target for FY 2024-25, recording only 2.68 per cent growth against the anticipated 3.6 per cent, according to sources from Pakistan’s National Accounts Committee, as reported by ARY News on…

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South Korean exports dip as US tariffs take toll, government unveils $20.5 billion aid plan for businesses

South Korea, the fourth largest Asian economy, saw its exports slip 2.4% year-on-year in the first 20 days of May, weighed down by weaker sales to major trade partners including the United States.The Korea Customs Service reported on Wednesday that exports from May 1 to May 20 totalled $32 billion. Though demand for semiconductors remained…

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‘Instead of discussing the matter…’: Row erupts over India’s mango exports rejection; authorities say US inspectors did not follow protocol

Various mango varieties, such as Alphonso, Kesar, Banganapalli and Himayat, have gained access to the US market. (AI image) The US rejecting mango consignments from India has led to exporters destroying the fruits resulting in big losses, and Indian authorities have alleged that America did not follow the standard procedure. After Indian authorities faced rejection…

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Regulatory clearance delays can lead to uncertainty: FM Sitharaman

NEW DELHI: Delays in regulatory clearances can lead to uncertainty and disrupt commercial timelines, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Tuesday as India negotiates trade deals with various countries, including the US.According to Sitharaman, also the corporate affairs minister, it is imperative that regulatory frameworks, while maintaining rigorous oversight, also facilitate swift and seamless approvals…

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Chipping away at ties: China slams US AI chip curbs, vows retaliation against ‘bullying’

China on Wednesday sharply rebuked the United States over its latest warnings against the use of Chinese-made artificial intelligence chips, calling Washington’s moves “unilateral bullying and protectionism” that threaten global tech supply chains.The condemnation came after the US government issued fresh guidelines cautioning firms that using Chinese high-tech semiconductors, particularly Huawei’s Ascend AI chips, could…

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