World Bank raises India’s FY26 growth forecast to 6.5%
The World Bank has revised India’s growth forecast for the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26) to 6. 5%, up from its previous estimate of 6. 3% made in June.
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World Bank raises India’s FY26 growth forecast to 6.5%
The World Bank has revised India’s growth forecast for the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26) to 6. 5%, up from its previous estimate of 6. 3% made in June.
Benign September inflation perks up Philippine stocks
MANILA, Philippines — Investors were quick to take advantage of lower priced stocks on Tuesday, with the local bourse lighting up green after the inflation rate turned out to be lower than expected. By the closing bell, the benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) recovered by 1.39 percent or 83.51 points to end at 6,083.83. Likewise,
US interest rates well-placed to fight inflation –Fed official
WASHINGTON, United States – US interest rates are in a good place for the Federal Reserve’s inflation fight, a senior central bank official said Monday, pushing back against President Donald Trump’s calls for cuts. “Overall, given the state of the economy and financial markets, I view the current stance of policy as only slightly restrictive, which
Corruption issues seen dampening property demand
MANILA, Philippines – There may be a temporary demand pullback in the property sector as investors gauge the developments surrounding the current political environment, with high-ranking government officials facing mounting corruption allegations. David Leechiu, CEO of real estate broker Leechiu Property Consultants (LPC), told reporters on Monday the business community was “highly skeptical” about whether
Emirates seeks skilled aircraft technicians from the Philippines
MANILA, Philippines – Emirates, the world’s largest international and most profitable airline, is scouting for top-tier aircraft engineering and technical talent from around the world and the search has brought it to the Philippines. Emirates is hosting information sessions in Manila on Oct. 14 and 15 in a bid to recruit aircraft technicians who will
PSEi starts new trading week in the red, stays just above 6000
MANILA, Philippines – Recent developments at the Senate, as well as profit-taking, weighed down the local bourse on Monday. By the closing bell, the benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) had tumbled by 1.78 percent, or 108.54 points, to end at 6,000.32. READ: Why investors refuse to sell losing stocks Likewise, the broader All Shares
PH seeks to update trade deal with Japan
The Philippines is looking to revive discussions to update the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (Jpepa), in a bid to widen market access for local agricultural products. Jpepa is the country’s first bilateral free trade agreement that came into force in December 2008. It aims to liberalize and facilitate trade in goods and services between both
FICO Bypasses Credit Bureaus with New Direct Licensing Program to Cut Mortgage Score Costs
Fair Isaac Corporation (NYSE:FICO) is one of the best American stocks to buy and hold for the next 3 years. On October 1, FICO announced the launch of the FICO Mortgage Direct License Program, which marked a major change in how FICO Scores are delivered and priced in the mortgage industry. This new program, announced from […]
Road transport requires visionary approach
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation to appoint consultants to set up these basic facilities along the route.