The multilateral lending agency said it \"stems from a moderation in domestic demand, as elevated inflationary pressures have cut into disposable incomes and household spending\".

Besides, auto, refinery and metal segments rest all sectoral indices closed the week with sharp to marginal gains between 3.61 per cent and 0.73 per cent.

At 4.9% compound annual growth rate of its GDP, Africa is the world's third fastest growing region. As corporate India slowly wades through, it discovers a continent full of opportunity, peril and the Chinese.

Surendra Pipara (left) of Reliance ADAG, Unitech Wireless MD Sanjay Chandra (centre) are among the latest businessmen to join former telecom minister Andimuthu Raja in jail.

For the second quarter (April-June) this year, the Composite Business Optimism Index was at 183.3 during, up by 28.4 per cent as compared to second quarter of 2010.

After being range-bound for the past 10 months, the markets seem poised for a big move-but could go either way.

The controversy over the government's GDP growth estimates has raised many questions about the reliability of India's macroeconomic data.

The first in a series that looks at the flip side of promising trends — or the silver lining when the skies are grey.

A mix of micro and macro indicators has influenced stock market movements and it holds the key to knowing when the next bull run will begin. Here are 10 such factors to watch out for.

From 10,500 to 10,500. It looks like the Sensex has come full circle in two years. But there could be more pain ahead as the past bear phases have lasted one to four years.

We decipher contrary market signals to tell you what’s in store for real estate this year. Brokers' verdictCost of ownership = Cost of capital + ...The rise of small townsThe best of both worlds

You might have an account with a wellknown bank that gives you great service—but which has only a handful of ATMs in your city.  The lack of ATMs can be a limitation, especially when you see State Bank of India or ICICI Bank ATMs on almost every street.

RBI should maintain a benign interest environment despite inflation, argues Samiran Chakraborty.

How much you gain from the recovery will depend on two things—the strength and shape of the revival and your company’s deeds during the downturn.

Increased government spending can help fight economic slowdown. But it won’t. And the reason is not lack of funds. What is needed is a comprehensive booster dose of steroids to resuscitate the economy. Manmohan Singh’s diagnosis is not off the mark, but the delivery is. A report by Puja Mehra.

Massive investment-led demand may help the economy tide over the slowdown.

Top economies that have suffered worst GDP fall due to COVID-19

Economic indicators improve, but quarter to go down as worst in history

Events that rocked the business world—or just made head honchos sit up and take notice.

With low-cost carriers becoming part of full-service airlines, there’s hope that the industry will soar into the profit zone. But too many things can still go wrong.