New Delhi: Household savings are estimated to have declined for the third year in a row in FY24 as liabilities on account of interest towards housing and vehicle loans have continued to rise, but the trend could reverse in 2024-25 on account of the impact of RBI’s curbs on personal loan. The net household savings
A question asked often is whether or not private sector investment is on track. The answer at best is a shoulder shrug, as the signals available differ. It is usually argued that when the government spends big on infrastructure, it crowds in private investment. Construction means more business for sectors like steel, cement, capital goods,
The investment landscape in India offers an enticing opportunity for non-resident Indians (NRIs) looking to diversify their portfolios. This is because NRIs can choose from a diverse array of options, ranging from conventional choices like real estate and equities to modern avenues such as startups and angel investing, allowing them to align with their risk
The Budget for 2024-25 has kept the level of investment up with a 11 per cent-plus increase in capex and a continuing focus on macroeconomic stability, Finance Secretary TV Somanathan said. In a post-Budget interview with Aanchal Magazine and Anil Sasi, the Union Finance Ministry’s top bureaucrat also said that the conditions for capex support
Despite experiencing headwinds from global monetary tightening, particularly US Fed rate hikes, the Indian economy and its markets demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2023. While the year began with elevated inflation, geopolitical uncertainties, and FPI outflows, a gradual easing of these pressures later boosted investor sentiment. India’s strong macroeconomic fundamentals, marked by robust GDP growth, moderating