Robust investment activity to boost growth but inflation a concern: FinMin

Robust investment activity to boost growth but inflation a concern: FinMin

NEW DELHI :Robust investment activity and strong private consumption demand will drive the Indian economy in FY25 amid sluggish global growth, the finance ministry on Friday said in its economic review for February. However, challenges such as the impact of the ongoing crisis in the Red Sea and rising crude oil prices loom over the …

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Oil prices slip amid interest rate outlook and Middle East tension; Brent crude at $81.42/bbl

Oil prices slip amid interest rate outlook and Middle East tension; Brent crude at .42/bbl

Oil prices experienced a slight decline amid speculation that unexpectedly robust inflation figures might postpone reductions in high interest rates, which have been restraining global fuel demand growth. Brent crude futures saw a decrease of 20 cents, marking a 0.3% drop to $81.42 per barrel by 1415 GMT. Similarly, U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures …

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Oil rises for fourth straight session on Gaza ceasefire rejection, US fuel stock data; Brent up 2% to hit $81/bbl

Oil rises for fourth straight session on Gaza ceasefire rejection, US fuel stock data; Brent up 2% to hit /bbl

Oil prices gained over two per cent on Thursday, February 8, as investors considered the impact of Israel’s rejection of a ceasefire offer from Hamas and unexpected drops in US fuel stocks. Diplomatic efforts continue, with a Hamas delegation arriving in Cairo on Thursday for ceasefire talks with mediators Egypt and Qatar. Brent crude futures …

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