Tariff turbulence: How are big brands dealing with economic outlooks amid trade uncertainity

[ad_1] As uncertainty looms over corporate earnings this season, as businesses of all sizes continue to struggle with a volatile global trade environment disrupted by recent changes in US policy. With around half of the S&P 500 companies having reported their latest quarterly results, attention has turned from performance figures to survival strategies, particularly around…

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‘Got to keep the vehicles affordable’: US-made cars still heavily dependent on foreign supply chain, says Ford CEO

[ad_1] Jim Farley, President and chief executive officer of Ford (File photo) Ford CEO Jim Farley has revealed that, despite the automaker’s deep manufacturing roots in the United States, Ford remains heavily reliant on imported components—some of which are simply not available from domestic suppliers. In an interview with CNN, Farley warned that President Donald…

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US manufacturing weakens further in April amid tariff turmoil

[ad_1] The US manufacturing sector contracted for another month in April, as mounting uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump’s tariff policies continued to weigh heavily on industrial activity, according to new survey data released Thursday. In early April, the administration introduced sweeping tariffs affecting most nations. Although some of the duties were revised for selected countries,…

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US-Ukraine sign crucial minerals deal: What will be the impact, how will it work and why it matters

[ad_1] After months of tense back-and-forth, the United States and Ukraine have finally signed a new agreement that will give Washington access to critical minerals and other untapped natural resources in Ukraine.Kyiv believes that the move will help lock in long-term military and financial support as it continues to resist Russian aggression.The deal, signed on…

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Sensex rises nearly 4% in April on FII inflows, monsoon hopes, and trade optimism

[ad_1] The BSE Sensex gave significant returns, increasing nearly 4 per cent in April, despite geopolitical tensions. The upturn was driven by renewed foreign investment inflows, forecasts of above-normal monsoon rainfall, and positive prospects of an India-US trade agreement. Additionally, stock valuations became more attractive following recent market corrections, leading to increased buying activity. The…

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Over 4 lakh homes delivered across top 9 cities in FY25; Pune leads, Delhi-NCR dips: Report

[ad_1] Residential home unit deliveries across nine major Indian cities rose by 33 per cent in the 2024-25 financial year, reaching 4,06,889 units, according to data from PropEquity. This marks a significant increase from 3,06,600 units delivered in 2023-24. The figures cover apartments, row houses, and villas that have received occupancy certificates. Despite the overall…

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US-China tariff standoff: US ‘proactively’ reaching out to China for talks, claims state media

[ad_1] The United States has tried reaching out to China, seeking discussions over President Donald Trump’s massive 145% tariff, a social media account linked to Chinese state media has claimed.According to a Reuters report, a Weibo post by Yuyuan Tantian, claimed that “the US has proactively reached out to China through multiple channels, hoping to…

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Bank Holidays in May 2025: On what days are banks closed? Check state-wise full list

[ad_1] Bank Holidays May 2025 (AI image) Bank Holidays May 2025: For those planning banking activities in May 2025, it’s essential to understand that bank holidays vary across different states. Whilst not all banks nationwide will be closed simultaneously, several significant holidays could affect banking services in specific regions.All banks, both scheduled and non-scheduled, will…

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