▶️ Growth Outlook Trimmed: S&P projects India’s GDP growth at 6.6% in FY27, citing energy stress and concerns over a weak monsoon.

▶️ India-US Trade Progress: India and the US report substantial progress in trade negotiations, moving closer to an interim trade agreement.

▶️ Realty Boom Continues: India’s 28 major listed real estate firms recorded a combined ₹1.95 lakh crore in pre-sales during FY26.

▶️ RBI on Rates: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra says it is premature to discuss rate hikes, signaling a cautious monetary policy stance.

▶️ Wealth Management Surge: India’s asset and wealth management industry AUM is projected to reach $1.7 trillion by 2030, according to a PwC report.

▶️ Domestic Coal Push: India has increased domestic coal usage to over 50% at import-based power plants to reduce dependence on costly imports.