The Surprise Upside For India

As Indian equity markets panic turn and exporters brace for US President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs to kick in, the question is – will it be as harsh as feared? Regardless of gloom forecasters, pragmatism is the key. Trump has imposed a flat 26% tariff on Indian exports to the US in addition to…

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Three big unknowns as Donald Trump tariffs ‘will go into effect immediately’

The Trump tariffs are set to arrive “immediately.” President Donald Trump has been repeatedly calling April 2 “Liberation Day,” promising major tariff announcements. However, there are still numerous unresolved issues surrounding this. Let’s break down the key points. US President Donald Trump said that America was going to be “very kind” with the tariffs. (Reuters)…

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$1.4 trillion trade war: How Trump tariffs could hit the world, may lift India slightly

President Trump plans to announce ‘Liberation Day,’ imposing 25% tariffs intended to boost US revenue by $6 trillion over a decade but risking global economic instability. Economists predict a $1.4 trillion global income hit, inflation, and disrupted trade. While some countries like India may gain initially, experts warn of long-term negative impacts. On April 2,…

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Iran rejects direct nuclear talks with Trump, open to indirect negotiations | Politics News

US president threatens Iran with bombings if Tehran does not come to a nuclear agreement with Washington. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ruled out direct negotiations with the administration of US President Donald Trump over the country’s nuclear programme but signalled a willingness for indirect talks, while Trump threatened bombings and secondary tariffs if Tehran…

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