Union Budget 2026, Feb. 1 -- The Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present the ninth budget for the financial year 2026-27 in the parliament on Sunday, February 1.

Market expectations remain subdued, as investors are largely prioritising policy stability over bold, headline-making reforms.

Since the previous Union Budget, the global environment has deteriorated sharply, driven by a rise in protectionist measures following US President Donald Trump's announcement of tariffs on multiple countries, including a steep 50% hike on India. This development has unsettled a global order that had largely held steady for decades.

According to Choice Institutional Equities report, the government has been steadfast on the path of fis...