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Economy

A bigger Brics, a heavier economy but a harder consensus, explained in charts

The expanded Brics+ bloc boasts growing global GDP share and strong intra-trade, but internal political divisions and India’s import reliance remain big challenges.

5 min read9 Sep 2026
News

PM Modi, UK PM Burnham commit to harnessing full potential of mega trade deal for ‘shared prosperity’

In their first phone call after Burnham became the prime minister on July 20, succeeding Keir Starmer, the two leaders covered key aspects of bilateral ties.

2 min read31 Jul 2026
News

How close is the India-US trade deal? US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor says, ‘we are confident…’

US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, states that the India-US trade agreement negotiations are nearing completion with only a few unresolved issues.

2 min read27 Jun 2026
Economy

India’s April exports rise 14%; trade deficit widens to $28.38 billion

Despite the challenges posed by the conflict in West Asia, total merchandise exports rose to a 49-month high of $43.6 billion in April 2026, said Aditi Nayar, chief economist at Icra Ltd. This partly benefitted from higher commodity prices.

4 min read15 May 2026
Auto News

Renault aims to make India its top-three market by 2030, push exports

Renault's global chief executive Provost is spending the week in India reviewing Renault's local operations, which he said is at the heart of the group’s strategic plan.

2 min read16 Apr 2026
Focus

Analysing the US-India Trade Deal: 6 US Sectors Positioned for Growth in 2026

The February 2026 US-India trade deal slashes tariffs to 18%, reshaping global supply chains and spotlighting key US sectors. This analysis unpacks six sectors poised for recalibrated growth amid US stock market trends.

2 min read11 Feb 2026
Economy

India-US trade deal: Apparel, footwear, textiles — Here's the full list of items that will have 18% reciprocal tariffs

India-US trade deal: After months of negotiations, both countries have agreed on a framework for the interim trade agreement. Here's the full list of items that will have reduced 18% reciprocal tariffs.

2 min read7 Feb 2026
Economy

India-US deal removes tariff overhang, extremely positive: SBI chairman Setty

The trade deal between India and the US aims to lower tariffs on goods, which is seen as a positive development for India's economy, states SBI chairman C S Setty. The agreement will help exporters and strengthen manufacturing and services sectors.

3 min read3 Feb 2026
Economy

Mint Explainer: How India’s new export mission targets MSME credit and market gaps

India has launched a ₹25,060-crore Export Promotion Mission to cut MSME export costs, ease credit stress and expand access to overseas buyers amid rising tariffs and global trade uncertainty.

4 min read6 Jan 2026
News

Donald Trump threatens new tariffs against India over Russia oil issue

US President Donald Trump is reportedly threatening new tariffs against India over the Russia oil issue.

2 min read5 Jan 2026