How did Greece end up borrowing more cheaply than France? Greece now pays less than France to borrow despite carrying more debt. Here’s how Athens rebuilt market trust while Paris lost fiscal credibility. Euronews · Sep 15
Dear SpaceX Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for September 21 Rebalancing in the Nasdaq-100 could result in passive inflows of about $15.5 billion for SpaceX. Barchart · Sep 13
Mayawati quells 'rumours' about her health, questions Akash Anand's role BSP chief Mayawati accused her expelled nephew Akash Anand of spreading rumors. She stated Akash inquired about her health indirectly through a party official. Mayawati also clarified her recent communication methods to party members. She reiterated her commitment to the Bahujan Samaj family's welfare. No family members will receive political… The Economic Times · Sep 13
BJP UP core group meets to chalk out 2027 poll strategy, focus on welfare, Gen Z The BJP's Uttar Pradesh core group met to plan for the 2027 Assembly elections. Discussions included upcoming organizational and governance campaigns starting September 17. Senior leaders reviewed preparations and future directions for the party's work. Welfare schemes and initiatives for women and youth were also deliberated upon. The party aims… The Economic Times · Sep 12
Credit downgrade heaps pressure onto Queensland budget On the same day as the Queensland treasurer lost his state's AA+ credit rating, his NSW neighbours received an upgrade to their outlook. AAP · Sep 11
'Agar aap le aayenge...': Akhilesh on Akash Anand's possible entry into SP Akhilesh Yadav hinted at welcoming Akash Anand into the Samajwadi Party. Mayawati declared her nephew completely freed from her Bahujan Samaj Party. Anand was previously removed from organizational responsibilities in September. His recent public remarks targeted Yadav and Rahul Gandhi. This development follows Mayawati's concerns about Anand's divided loyalties. The Economic Times · Sep 10
Mexico's 2027 Budget: Where the Money Really Goes — and What It Means for Your Wallet Mexico's 2027 budget targets a 3.9% deficit and more infrastructure spending, but the real 2025 shortfall ran higher than officials reported. Latin Times · Sep 10
Dear Trade Desk Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for September 21 The Trade Desk stock has become one of Wall Street’s most hated stocks, and things are about to get worse. Barchart · Sep 9
IDFC FIRST Bank earns international credit rating, marking a step towards global financial markets IDFC FIRST Bank has been awarded a BBB- Long-Term and A-3 Short-Term credit rating, underscoring its strong capital position and operational expertise. This evaluation enhances the bank's access to international funding and global markets. The stability of its retail deposit base contributes to a solid outlook, setting the stage for… The Economic Times · Sep 9
3 Stocks Built for Higher Rates—And 2 That Could Break As Treasury yields near 4.79% amid rising rates, analysts argue the borrowing-cost-versus-return spread, not the headline rate, best explains winners like ASML and GE Vernova versus laggards like Oracle and Rocket. MarketBeat · Sep 8
Sun Pharma gets ratings boost from Moody's, S&P over USD 11.75-bn Organon & Co acquisition bid Rating agencies Moody's and S&P assigned investment-grade ratings to Sun Pharmaceutical Industries. This action follows Sun Pharma's proposed acquisition of US-based Organon & Co. The deal is expected to significantly bolster Sun Pharma's business position and revenue base. Organon will contribute substantially to the group's earnings after the acquisition. This… The Economic Times · Sep 8
S&P assigns Bank of India 'BBB' rating on capital, funding strength S&P Global Ratings assigned a BBB long-term rating to Bank of India. This rating reflects sufficient capitalisation, solid funding, and healthy liquidity for the bank. The agency noted the likelihood of extraordinary government support if needed for the state-run bank. Bank of India's role in financial inclusion and strong government… The Economic Times · Sep 8
90-Minute Lucknow meet: CJP co-convener Ranka's courtesy call on Akhilesh Yadav sparks political buzz A meeting between Ashutosh Ranka of CJP and Akhilesh Yadav of SP fueled political speculation. Ranka clarified CJP's focus remains non-electoral advocacy and thanked SP for their support. Discussions included the Uttar Pradesh government's closure of primary schools. Both SP and CJP now emphasize state-run educational institutions nationally. The Economic Times · Sep 7
MPSC exam paper leak: Aspirants protest in Pune; NCP (SP), Cong leaders back agitation MPSC aspirants marched in Pune demanding transparency and action against alleged paper leaks. They called for the resignation of the MPSC chairman and secretary. Protesters sought an inquiry into the Drug Inspector exam and evaluation errors. They also demanded a forensic audit of examinations and public disclosure of reports. The Economic Times · Sep 7
The Economic Times · Sep 6 "GDP figure being projected is not real": Akhilesh Yadav takes swipe at Centre over economic claims, unemployment Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav questioned the government's economic growth projections. He stated that rampant unemployment and high inflation contradict official GDP figures. Yadav highlighted deteriorating infrastructure and public services as evidence of neglect. Prime Minister Narendra Modi previously spoke about India's strong economic growth and job creation. India's real…
The Economic Times · Sep 6 Supreme Court to hear on Sept 7 plea seeking guidelines to control unpredictable fluctuations in airfare The Supreme Court will hear a plea concerning unpredictable airline fare fluctuations. The government is fast-tracking new aviation rules aimed at modernizing the sector. These rules are expected to be finalized within three weeks for court review. The plea seeks a regulator for transparency and passenger protection. It highlights airlines…
The Guardian - US · Sep 4 Private equity faces existential crisis in US as unsold companies pile up Private equity firms and the companies they own employ over 13 million, from startups to rural hospitals and large retailers, but experts’ concerns of collapse are growing
The Economic Times · Sep 4 Yogi Adityanath says BJP will win 2027 UP polls with ‘grand majority’ on welfare, development Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath predicts a comfortable BJP victory in the 2027 elections. He stated that faith is translating into economic prosperity across the state. Beneficiaries of welfare and development programs will support the party. The chief minister highlighted the significant tourism potential of the Braj region. He…
The Economic Times · Sep 3 31-member joint panel formed to examine FCRA Amendment Bill; BJP’s Sanjay Jaiswal named chairperson A 31-member joint parliamentary committee will examine the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. BJP leader Sanjay Jaiswal chairs the panel, which includes members from Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Opposition parties had previously protested the bill, alleging it targeted minorities and NGOs. The government rejected these claims and challenged…
The Economic Times · Sep 3 India's economy shatters a 35-year barrier to enter A-rated club Indian Economy: Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCRA) has upgraded India’s sovereign credit rating from BBB+ to A-, restoring an A rating for India after more than 35 years. The upgrade follows rating increases by Morningstar DBRS, R&I and S&P Global Ratings. India’s strong economic growth, improving fiscal position, stronger banking…
Ballotpedia · Sep 2 SEC moves to eliminate shareholder proposal rule, shift power to states In this week’s edition of Economy and Society:
Barchart · Sep 1 Stocks Settle Lower as Bond Yields Surge The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) closed down by -0.71% on Tuesday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down by -0.79%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down by -1.29%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) fell -0.71%, and September E-mini...
The Economic Times · Sep 1 S&P Global weighs multibillion-dollar spinout of Capital IQ Pro: Report S&P Global is considering spinning off Capital IQ Pro into a standalone company that could be valued in the high single-digit billions of dollars, Bloomberg reported. The move could unlock value from its financial data platform as demand for proprietary data grows with artificial intelligence and reshape S&P Global's portfolio…
Barchart · Aug 31 Stocks Pressured as Soaring Crude Prices Boost Bond Yields The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is down by -0.42% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.55%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.23%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are down -0.40%, and September E-mini...
The Economic Times · Aug 30 4 armed men killed in encounter with Meghalaya Police-ATS Four armed men died during a gunfight with police in East Garo Hills district. The exchange of fire occurred early Sunday morning after a vehicle failed to stop. Security forces retaliated after occupants of the suspected vehicle opened fire. Their identities are currently unconfirmed and criminal records are being verified.…