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I won’t fund national security at the expense of social security, Burnham says

The prime minister was grilled on his commitment to reach 3 per cent for defenced funding by 2030

The Independent UK · Sep 9

National security ‘can’t come at the expense of social security’ – Andy Burnham

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch highlighted ‘serious threats to national security that cannot wait’.

Evening Standard · Sep 9

Thru the optimism prism: GDP’s 7.8% print offers some hope for those willing to see it

India's economy grew by 7.8% in the first quarter of fiscal year 2027. This growth was fueled by a consumption spurt and government capital expenditure. Nimble energy diplomacy helped India navigate global energy shocks effectively. Exports also held up well due to diversification efforts by businesses. Stock markets show early…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

SBI Ecowrap calls ‘missing’ GDP figures claim ‘fiction’, defends revisions

An SBI Ecowrap report dismisses claims of missing national account sums as fictional. It states criticisms stem from comparing distinct statistical series incorrectly. Revisions in nominal GDP are a normal statistical practice, the report noted. Sectoral drivers show concentration in trade and transport for downward adjustments. This exercise confirms publicly…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

2xble deflation demystified: GDP numbers may look puzzling, but the new methodology measures the economy differently

India's Q1 FY27 GDP deflator appears low, but national accounts explain this divergence. Double deflation methodology separates output and input price movements accurately. Divergent input and output prices can create negative manufacturing deflators. Net exports and net taxes on products also significantly influenced the headline figure. These refined statistical methods…

The Economic Times · Sep 7

Brazil Marks Independence Day at 204 Years Amid Tightest Election in a Generation: Key Numbers to Know

Brazil turns 204 as a new poll shows Flavio Bolsonaro edging past Lula for the first time, with rate cuts and GDP data shaping October's vote.

Latin Times · Sep 7

Amid global turmoil, India maintained momentum of its economic growth, says Amit Shah

India maintained economic growth momentum despite global geopolitical turmoil. Strategic partnerships were built in key areas like defense and energy. Nine free trade agreements will be concluded by the year 2026. This engagement contributed to a robust GDP growth rate of 7.8 percent. The nation is pursuing further trade arrangements…

The Economic Times · Sep 7

If Canada is 'Ripping Off' the U.S., Why Is It Falling Behind?

Americans have been widening the prosperity gap with our neighbors for years.

Reason · Sep 7

ETMarkets Smart Talk | Don't dismiss 7.8% GDP growth as a statistical upgrade; the acceleration is real: Garima Kapoor

According to Garima Kapoor, Deputy Head of Research and Economist at Elara Capital, it would be wrong to dismiss the growth number as merely a statistical upgrade.

The Economic Times · Sep 7

"GDP figure being projected is not real": Akhilesh Yadav takes swipe at Centre over economic claims, unemployment

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav questioned the government's economic growth projections. He stated that rampant unemployment and high inflation contradict official GDP figures. Yadav highlighted deteriorating infrastructure and public services as evidence of neglect. Prime Minister Narendra Modi previously spoke about India's strong economic growth and job creation. India's real…

The Economic Times · Sep 6