The recent hike in US tariffs on Indian imports could severely impact labour-intensive and manufacturing sectors in India, posing a risk to the country’s economic growth if the 50% duty continues, experts warned.They said the steep tariffs not only risk slowing exports and investment but also add pressure on the rupee, raising concerns for the […]
Warren Buffett shares one ‘simple’ tip for evaluating a company before investing and how to avoid costly mistakes | Business
Warren Buffett, the billionaire investor behind the success of Berkshire Hathaway, is widely admired not just for his wealth, but for his simple, time-tested investment philosophy. One of his most powerful ideas is the “circle of competence” — the concept that you don’t need to understand everything about every business to be a great investor. […]
Trade war: Trump plans 100% tariff on chips, semiconductors; claims ‘there’s no charge’ for companies building in US
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a steep 100% tariff on imported computer chips and semiconductors, a move that could lead to higher prices for electronics, cars, appliances, and other tech-driven products.Speaking at the Oval Office alongside Apple CEO Tim Cook, Trump said, “We’ll be putting a tariff of approximately 100% on chips and […]
Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs on India: What does it mean for the stock market & what should investors do? Explained
Trump tariff impact: Market experts caution that export-oriented stocks may face significant pressure, with uncertainty likely to continue for several months. (AI image) The stock markets are in a wait-and-watch mode over US President Donald Trump’s tariff moves on India. Trump on Wednesday announced a 25$ additional tariff rate on India for its crude oil […]
Gold rate today: Gold prices climb as Donald Trump imposes 50% tariff on India; safe haven assets in focus
Gold rate today: The yellow metal approached the significant $3400 mark. (AI image) Gold rate today: Gold prices increased on Thursday due to heightened safe-haven demand after US President Donald Trump imposed an additional 25% tariff on Indian imports, intensifying trade tensions between the two economies.The spot gold price advanced 0.3% to $3,378.18 per ounce […]
‘The only thing to stop America would be … ‘: Trump’s reciprocal tariffs take effect at midnight; billions to start flowing into US
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced that the reciprocal tariffs would take effect at midnight, targeting countries he said have exploited the United States for years.In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump said the tariffs would bring in billions of dollars, while once again attacking the US judicial system, warning that only […]
Stock market today: Nifty50 opens below 24,550; BSE Sensex down around 150 points as Trump’s 50% tariff on India weighs on sentiment
Thursday’s trading will be influenced by the US President’s implementation of additional 25% tariffs. (AI image) Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in red on Thursday as US President Donald Trump’s move to double tariffs on India to 50% weighed on sentiment. While Nifty50 went below 24,550, BSE […]
Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for August 7, 2025 – check list
Top stocks to buy today (AI image) Top stock market recommendations: According to Aakash K Hindocha, Deputy Vice President – WM Research, Nuvama Professional Clients Group, Asian Paints, Cummins India, and Eicher Motors are the top buy calls for today. Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty and the top stock picks for August 7, […]
Westermeier new head of Airbus India & S Asia
NEW DELHI: Airbus has appointed Jurgen Westermeier (53) as MD and president for India and South Asia, effective Sept 1, 2025. Jurgen, currently EVP & chief procurement officer at Airbus, will succeed Remi Maillard, who will become EVP engineering for commercial aircraft and head of technology. In his new role, Jurgen will lead Airbus’ business […]
Hyundai to boost local sourcing for EVs
CHENNAI: To strengthen its position in EV segment, Hyundai Motors India plans to boost sourcing of components from local vendors and improve EV infrastructure. According to annual report 2024-25, to boost price competitiveness and long-term viability, it plans to prioritise localisation of key EV parts, such as battery cells, packs, power electronics and drivetrain. It […]