US Fed set to keep rates steady as officials defend independence

The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged when it meets in the coming week, holding firm despite President Donald Trump's pressure to slash levels as it guards against threats to its independence. - External pressure - The Fed meets eight times a year to consider interest rate levels, and Michael Pearce of Oxford Economics said the dilemma it faces has eased.

Budget 2026: Jewellery sector seeks duty rationalisation, reforms and GST cuts

India's gems and jewellery industry is pushing for GST cuts, customs reforms, and policy changes in the Union Budget 2026-2027 to boost exports and competitiveness. Key demands include rationalizing GST on gold and silver jewellery to 1.25% and operationalizing the Tourist GST Refund scheme to attract foreign buyers.

Investors’ expectations from Union Budget 2026

The government should definitely make a uniform policy for accredited investors but with fewer norms. And before angel investors, the government should look at F&Os as they are even riskier and more speculative. Angel investing drives capital formation.

US Fed set to keep rates steady as officials defend independence

The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged when it meets in the coming week, holding firm despite President Donald Trump's pressure to slash levels as it guards against threats to its independence. - External pressure - The Fed meets eight times a year to consider interest rate levels, and Michael Pearce of Oxford Economics said the dilemma it faces has eased.

VCs look to the future; Women entrepreneurs’ Budget wishlist

The Prime Venture Partners Podcast discusses how AI, new business models, and shifting global dynamics are reshaping startups. Women entrepreneurs want the Union Budget to prioritise access to credit and capital among other things. Soumik Datta uses sound to hold grief, migration, and memory.