The Latest Breaking News from GDP

Oil prices, weak monsoon pose biggest risks to India's FY27 GDP growth, says IMF

India's economic growth faces significant risks from a widening Middle East conflict. Rising oil prices and a potentially weak monsoon pose challenges for the nation. The International Monetary Fund has slightly adjusted its growth forecasts for upcoming years. The Fund will also reassess India's national accounts quality later this year.…

The Economic Times · Jul 21

Japan’s monetary conundrum — why the yen hit a 40-year low as interest rates hit a 31-year high

Japan hiked rates to chase inflation—but its real problem is money that never showed up.

Fortune · Jul 20

BBBump it up, boys! The great Indian economic rating puzzle

India's fiscal discipline has improved significantly, supported by strong economic growth. Government deficit has narrowed while growth continues to outpace most major economies. India's debt structure is predominantly domestic, reducing external financing risks. These factors suggest a strong payment capacity, aligning with higher rating categories. A reassessment of India's sovereign…

The Economic Times · Jul 19

What the 2032 Social Security Shortfall Will Cost Retirees in Every State

Reducing Social Security benefits doesn't just impact retirees — it hits state economies, creating a double-whammy effect of smaller checks and lower GDPs.

Kiplinger · Jul 18

West Asia crisis, uncertain monsoon major risks for growth: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra

Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra noted West Asia crisis and weak monsoon pose growth risks. India's economy grew over seven percent recently, supported by strong fundamentals. The central bank projects 6.6 percent GDP growth for the current financial year. Inflation forecasts are raised to 5.1 percent, driven by supply-side factors.…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

India's non-sovereign debt may rise to 150 pc of GDP by 2047: Crisil

India's non-sovereign debt may reach 150 percent of GDP by 2047. This increase is essential for achieving a USD 30 trillion economy. Banks alone cannot meet this massive credit demand. The debt capital market must therefore play a larger role. Reforms are needed to broaden investor participation and market depth.

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Government brings British Steel under public ownership; oil price rises to $85 as US-Iran tensions escalate – as it happened

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news

The Guardian - UK · Jul 16

UK economy grew by 0.1% in May despite impact of Iran war

Rise in GDP follows a 0.1% decline in April, figures from the Office for National Statistics show

The Guardian - UK · Jul 16

China's GDP Growth Slows to 4.3% in Second Quarter as Iran War Hits Oil Prices

China's economy grew by 4.3% in Q2 2026, the slowest since 2022, due to the Iran war's impact on oil prices and weak domestic spending, despite a surge in exports.

International Business Times UK · Jul 15

UK economy set to have stayed in slow lane after Iran war held back growth

Most economists are expecting GDP to have edged up by a paltry 0.1% in May, after slipping by 0.1% in April.

Evening Standard · Jul 15