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Shaktikanta Das, PM's Principal Secretary-2, says India within striking distance of 8% growth

Shaktikanta Das highlighted India's impressive 7.8% GDP growth in the first quarter of the financial year. He emphasized the role of strong domestic demand and structural reforms in facilitating this growth. Das noted that enhanced governance and digital systems significantly contributed to economic stability and performance.

The Economic Times · 19h ago

U.S. debt is increasingly at the mercy of the market as interest costs surge while elections add more risk to the debt ceiling, ratings agency warns

"This trajectory points to an unsustainable medium-term fiscal path and leaves the sovereign increasingly exposed to shifts in market sentiment and financing conditions."

Fortune · Oct 3

India GDP forecast stays at 7%, uncertainty range remains wide: Economist Arvind Virmani

Economist Arvind Virmani has retained his India GDP growth forecast at 7% for the year, with an uncertainty range of plus or minus 1%, citing unresolved trade issues and global developments. He also backed a gradual shift towards cost-based UPI MDR after the subsidy helped establish the payments platform.

The Economic Times · Oct 3

A look at France's public debt as economy takes centre stage in French Presidential election

France's public debt has climbed to unprecedented levels, currently reaching 119 per cent of its GDP. The increasing debt burden poses significant challenges for the government and upcoming presidential election candidates. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu plans to unveil the 2027 draft budget in response to the growing financial concern.

The Economic Times · Oct 1

French government to lay out budget amid record-breaking public debt

The French government, lacking a clear parliamentary majority, faces a difficult political battle as it seeks to pass its budget.

Euronews · Oct 1

How Guyana Became Richer Per Capita Than the United States

Guyana produces nearly 1 million barrels of oil daily, has surpassed the US in purchasing-power income per person, and is poised for $6.5B in oil revenue in 2026.

Latin Times · Oct 1

Dollar Rebounds as T-note Yields Rise

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rose by +0.09% on Wednesday. The dollar shook off early losses on Wednesday and moved higher after T-note yields rose. Signs of strength in the US economy also supported the dollar after Q2 GDP was revised higher, and the Sep ADP employment change and Sep...

Barchart · Sep 30

CEA warns of looming oil and rate pressures in India’s H2, sees Q2 growth at 7.3%

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran noted that the second half of the fiscal year would be challenging. Rising oil prices and increased global growth risks create a tougher economic environment for India. The economy saw a 7.8% GDP growth in the first quarter, backed by strong indicators like GST…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

Crisil lifts India FY27 growth forecast to 7% on strong H1 momentum

Crisil has raised its GDP growth forecast for India in FY27 to 7%, reflecting strong domestic demand. Resilient consumer spending and government investment are key factors supporting this growth projection. However, potential inflation risks from a strengthening El Nino and elevated energy prices may pose challenges. The Reserve Bank of…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

UK income growth revised upwards as markets hail ‘resilient’ economy

Boost for John Healey before budget as GDP figure shows UK economy grew faster than first estimated in second quarter

The Guardian - UK · Sep 30