Indian contract manufacturers go global: Firms capitalise on tariff-led supply gaps; analysts flag ROI risks

Indian electronic contract manufacturers are expanding globally through acquisitions and strategic partnerships to gain access to clients in the US, Europe, and other international markets. They are capitalising on supply chain disruptions triggered by tariff-related shifts, particularly those involving China. These companies are leveraging the current trade environment to acquire technologies and capabilities that would…

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Stock market today: Nifty50 opens flat; BSE Sensex near 81,400 as worries of US tariffs on India loom

Market experts anticipate selective purchasing activities influenced by quarterly earnings reports. (AI image) Market experts anticipate selective purchasing activities influenced by quarterly financial reports, whilst overall market sentiment remains dependent on economic indicators and developments in India-US trade negotiations.VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Limited says, “The technical bounce back in Nifty by 140…

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6.4%: IMF raises India GDP forecast

NEW DELHI: IMF on Tuesday raised the global growth projection marginally, with the Indian economy too likely to expand more than what was estimated earlier. In its latest update, IMF said India is projected to grow 6.4% in 2025 and 2026, “reflecting a more benign external environment than assumed in the April reference forecast”. The…

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India-US trade deal: Donald Trump says not finalized; hints at 20-25% tariff rate two days ahead of reciprocal tariff deadline

India-US trade deal: Trump’s remarks come two days ahead of the August 1, 2025 reciprocal tariff deadline. India-US trade deal: Ahead of his self-imposed tariff deadline, US President Donald Trump has said that a trade agreement with India has not yet been finalized. “India trade deal not been finalized,” said Trump. Asked whether India would…

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India world’s fastest-growing major economy: IMF upgrades 2025 & 2026 growth forecast to 6.4%; global growth lifted to 3.1% in 2026

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its forecast for India’s economic growth to 6.4% for both 2025 and 2026 — up from 6.2% and 6.3%, respectively, projected in its April 2025 World Economic Outlook — reaffirming India’s position as the world’s fastest-growing major economy. The IMF also modestly raised its global growth outlook to…

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