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RBI partially withdraws directives on rupee derivatives

Mumbai, April 21 -- The Reserve Bank on Monday partially withdrew directives taken on April 1 to curb excessive speculation in rupee. Under the revised directives effective immediately, authorised dea... Read More


Yen slips near 159 as policy uncertainty persists

Mumbai, April 21 -- The Japanese Yen remains under pressure near 159 per dollar as the Bank of Japan treads cautiously, weighing rising inflation against weakening growth driven by elevated energy cos... Read More


RBI in wait and watch mode amidst West Asia crisis, says Governor

Mumbai, April 21 -- RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra said during his address at Princeton University that the present crisis particularly impacts us as West Asia contributes about one-sixth of our exports... Read More


INR loses in momentum as RBI partially unwinds emergency curbs on rupee derivative

Mumbai, April 21 -- The Indian rupee added to losses in opening trades on Tuesday as the Reserve Bank eased restrictions on speculative bets on the Indian currency. The Reserve Bank on Monday partiall... Read More


Base Metals Preview: Copper futures edge lower tracking weak equities

Mumbai, April 21 -- COMEX copper futures edged lower in early Asia on Tuesday tracking a modest pullback in US equities as the major averages all moved to the downside, although selling pressure was r... Read More


Government clears more wheat exports amid strong supply outlook

Mumbai, April 21 -- The Government of India has approved the export of an additional 25 lakh metric tonnes of wheat after reviewing production, stock levels and price trends. The move aims to support ... Read More


Precious Metals Preview: Gold and silver futures struggle to gain momentum

Mumbai, April 21 -- COMEX gold and silver are seen struggling to gain momentum in early Asia on Tuesday awaiting clarity on US-Iran led Middle East tensions. Outcome of second round of negotiations be... Read More


India's core sector output dips slightly in March

Mumbai, April 21 -- India's Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) fell by 0.4% in March 2026 compared to the same month last year, according to provisional data. Output declined in sectors such as fert... Read More


Energy Preview: Oil prices pull back awaiting clarity on USIran ceasefire extension and peace talks

Mumbai, April 21 -- Oil prices pulled back in early Asia on Tuesday as hopes cling on the second round of negotiations between US and Iran. While the US has reportedly confirmed participation in the n... Read More


Economic Buzz: New Zealand inflation stays high, raising chances of more rate hikes

Mumbai, April 21 -- New Zealand's inflation rate held steady at 3.1% in the first quarter, instead of slowing down as many expected. This keeps it above the central bank's target range of 1% to 3%. Pr... Read More