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Indian economy to hit USD 5-trillion mark in FY29 as per IMF: FM

India's economic landscape is on a promising trajectory, aiming to exceed five trillion dollars by the fiscal year twenty twenty-nine. To attain this ambitious goal, the government is implementing a comprehensive growth strategy that emphasizes advancements in agriculture, manufacturing, and infrastructure. Key initiatives, including Production Linked Incentives and support for…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

What Gabon’s rating downgrade tells us about how sovereign credit worthiness is judged

The sovereign credit ratings of the leading credit rating agencies are most visible through their outputs: an upgrade, a downgrade or a change in “outlook”. The evaluative work that produces those outcomes receives far less attention. Yet it is precisely that work that explains why credit rating agencies occupy such…

The Conversation · Aug 3

Vanuatu's Citizenship-by-Investment Revenue Reaches Record High Despite Losing EU Visa-Free Access

During the first six months of 2026, Vanuatu generated 11.4 billion vatu (approximately $95.5 million) from its citizenship-by-investment (CBI) programs.

inkl · Aug 3

India's forex reserves rise $1.08 billion to $676.237 billion in week ended July 17

In a notable development, India's forex reserves have increased by over one billion dollars, driven primarily by a growth in foreign currency assets. On the downside, the value of gold reserves has seen a significant decline. Additionally, Special Drawing Rights have experienced a minor upward adjustment, while the reserve position…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

'The demographic dividend of the last 40 years is ending': JPMorgan says the world is running out of the two things that kept interest rates down

"The demographic dividend that characterized the last 40 years is ending," the J.P. Morgan note reads.

Fortune · Jul 24

'Brokerage fee': Pakistan seeks $10bn lifeline, after mediation role between US & Iran

Pakistan seeks a ten billion dollar financial lifeline from the Trump administration. This facility aims to strengthen its foreign exchange reserves and ease rupee pressure. The request follows Pakistan's diplomatic role in facilitating US-Iran contacts. Economic stakes are considerable as Pakistan narrowly avoided default in 2023. The US is considering…

The Times of India · Jul 22

Why we face economic contraction

I have a monumental task: convincing readers that Thailand's economy is performing poorly and is likely to contract this year.

Bangkok Post · Jul 22

Pakistan seeks $10 billion fund from US after mediating Iran talks

Pakistan has requested a ten billion dollar exchange stabilization facility from the United States. This loan aims to boost foreign reserves and ease pressure on the Pakistani rupee. The request follows Pakistan's diplomatic efforts in brokering talks over the Iran war. Such a facility would reduce reliance on multilateral financing…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

After Argentina, Pakistan Reportedly Seeks $10 Billion US Backstop Facility to Bolster Fragile Economy

In a bid to strengthen its economy, Pakistan has reportedly sought a $10 billion exchange stabilization facility from the United States.

Benzinga · Jul 22

Pakistan asks US for $10bn lifeline to shore up struggling economy: Report

Pakistan has asked the United States for a $10 billion exchange stabilisation facility in a bid to shore up its fragile economy, according to a source familiar with the matter, as Islamabad looks to ease pressure on its foreign exchange reserves and currency.

The Times of India · Jul 22