Global trade is going through one of the biggest shake-ups in living memory. The rules that governed how countries buy and sell goods with each other built carefully over many decades are being challenged, rewritten, and in some cases thrown out altogether. In 2026, businesses and governments alike are dealing with a trade environment that … Read more
Rising geopolitical tensions, particularly in West Asia, are reshaping global trade dynamics. A U.S.–Iran war disrupts global trade by blocking key oil routes, raising prices, and forcing ships to take longer paths, causing delays. Political factors are increasingly influencing trade flows, replacing traditional economic drivers. Key maritime routes such as the Strait of Hormuz and … Read more
The United States has launched a new trade investigation involving several major economies, including India. The move has attracted attention because it could influence future tariffs, trade relations, and exports between the two countries. Below is a clear explanation of what is happening, why the investigation has started, and what it could mean for global … Read more
The United States has revised its official factsheet on the India–US trade understanding, tweaking important areas such as tariffs, farm products, digital taxes, and big-ticket purchase plans. It’s worth noting that the US and India are already major trading partners, with two-way trade running into hundreds of billions of dollars each year. For now, though, … Read more
The India–United States trade deal of 2026 is what everyone is searching for. The full list of U.S. products with zero or reduced tariffs in India is now coming to light. Both the countries announced an interim agreement on a proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) on 7 February 2026, following weeks of negotiations that began … Read more
India and the United States have concluded a trade agreement that sets US tariffs on Indian goods at 18%, following nearly a year of negotiations. The development was confirmed after a phone conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump. As part of the arrangement, India will reduce certain trade barriers and … Read more
The Indian rupee has slipped below the ₹90-per-dollar level for the first time, marking a turning point in the country’s economic narrative. Although the immediate fall from the previous day’s value of ₹89.94 appears modest, the breach of this psychological threshold carries deeper economic meaning. It reflects shifting perceptions of India’s economic strength, changes in … Read more
US Markets End the Week on a Positive Note US equity indices closed higher on Friday, extending weekly gains despite a weaker overall performance in November. The Nasdaq rose 0.4%, the S&P 500 increased by 0.3%, and the Dow added 124 points. A temporary cooling issue at a major data centre caused a brief interruption … Read more
The United States dollar is still powerful, but a recent report presented at the New Economy Forum indicates that many countries are beginning to ask, “Should we depend on the dollar?” Nations in the Global South are gradually reducing their reliance on the US dollar and are looking for backup plans. The US still retains … Read more
Relief for the Indian export industry, the United States has reduced tariffs on 200 Indian agricultural and processed food products, covering selected farm-related items. The US has cut tariffs on select Indian spices like black pepper, cardamom, and various types of Indian tea, while major exports like rice and seafood are not on the list. … Read more