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What Happened This Week?
Here’s a simple breakdown of the major economic and business events that took place during the week, and what they might mean for you and your money.
1. India’s Inflation Drops to a 69-Month Low
- Consumer inflation (CPI) eased to 3.16% in April 2025, largely because food prices came down.
- Vegetables are getting cheaper for the third month in a row – good news for your kitchen budget!
2. Wholesale Prices (WPI) Also Softened
- WPI dropped to 0.85%, helped by a strong base effect and falling food prices.
- Manufacturing costs dipped slightly too – a sign that goods might not get more expensive soon.
3. RBI Likely to Cut Rates Again in June
- With inflation below 4%, the RBI might lower interest rates to support job growth and business activity.
- This could mean lower EMIs if you’re planning a loan or have one running.
4. US Inflation Eases, But Rate Cuts May Wait
- Consumer inflation in the US is down to 2.3%, though the Fed may not cut rates until September.
5. India’s Trade Deficit Widens in April
- The gap between exports and imports hit $26.42 billion due to a jump in imports.
- Services could only cover about two-thirds of this deficit.
6. Forex Reserves Rise to $691 Billion
- Helped by rising gold prices, India’s foreign exchange stockpile grew.
7. Moody’s Downgrades US Debt Rating
- The US is now rated AA1 instead of AAA due to rising debt and political gridlock.
8. Vodafone Idea Says It May Not Survive Beyond FY26
- Despite big investments, the company is still in trouble and banks are hesitant to lend more.
9. US Plans 5% Tax on NRI Remittances
- If approved, this could affect Indians sending money home from the US.
10. Shapoorji Pallonji Raises $3.4 Billion at 19.75%
- The high interest rate shows how tough borrowing is, even for big companies.
11. Swiggy Shuts Down Genie, Uber Steps In
- Uber Courier is now filling the gap left by Swiggy’s hyperlocal delivery shutdown.
12. Sugar Output Drops Due to Poor Rainfall and Crop Disease
- Despite a 5-year low in production, there’s enough to meet domestic and ethanol demand.
13. Gold Prices Fall by 10%
- Gold is now around ₹91,250 per 10 grams, down from the ₹1 lakh mark.
14. JSW Paints Buys Akzo Nobel’s Paints Business
- The ₹12,000 crore deal makes JSW the fourth largest in India’s paints market.
15. Groww to Acquire Fisdom Before IPO
- This boosts Groww’s position ahead of its public listing, expected to value it at $8 billion.
16. RBI Boosts Gold Holdings in Reserves
- Now 12.5% of forex reserves are in gold, seen as a safer bet than foreign currencies.
17. Gold Loan Firms Worry Over New RBI Norms
- New rules could limit how much people can borrow against gold, affecting their profits.
18. Coromandel & Nykaa Enter MSCI India Index
- This could bring in foreign fund flows of over $450 million combined.
19. Reliance to Sell Stake in Asian Paints
- Expected to gain ₹10,000 crore from a ₹500 crore investment made in 2008.
20. Promoter Holding Hits 7-Year Low
- Experts see this as cashing in at higher levels, with plans to reinvest later.
21. US-China Trade Truce for 90 Days
- Both nations have agreed to lower tariffs temporarily to control rising costs.
Disclaimer: This newsletter is for information purposes only. It is not financial advice. Always check with a trusted expert before making any financial decisions.
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