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Capex, credit and clusters: Industry hails Budget’s roadmap for manufacturing and MSMEs

Capex push, sector-specific incentives and trade facilitation measures draw support from exporters and industry bodies….

The Economic Times

Caution, not celebration: India-US trade deal still short on clarity

Exporters welcome sharp tariff reduction, flag capacity build-up and clarity on product-wise duties…

The Economic Times

Spinning a revival: India-US trade deal set to give Indian textiles a competitive edge over Bangladesh, Pakistan

The US tariff reduction, driven by "friendship" with PM Modi, aims to boost India's price competitiveness and re-establish its position as a reliable global sourcing destination….

The Economic Times

Budget 2026-27: Strengthening the financial rails for MSMEs

Instead of relying on broad stimulus, the Budget focuses on strengthening the financial rails that support MSMEs by improving capital access, liquidity, and execution efficiency….

The Economic Times

Budget 2026: A transformative step toward a simpler, more competitive India

One of the most impactful themes this year is the government’s commitment to decriminalisation and ease of compliance….

The Economic Times

Budget focus on manufacturing to help boost exports: Exporters

A Rs 10,000-crore container production scheme and customs duty rationalisation are seen as strategic interventions. Reforms in trade facilitation and healthcare, including NIMHANS 2.0, are also lauded for enhancing ease of business and mental health access….

The Economic Times

China’s surging exports a sign of global metals turmoil

China's refined copper imports hit a six-year low as exports surged, driven by U.S. tariff threats and high premiums….

The Economic Times

Union Budget 2026: A strategic push on AI, semiconductors, and data infrastructure

By transitioning from foundational missions toward an application-oriented and infrastructure-led roadmap in the Budget 2026-27, the government is signalling a shift toward a private-led innovation cycle aimed at securing technological sovereignty….

The Economic Times

US container growth vanishes with world trade flows ‘moving on’

Trade is shifting to other economies as nations seek to reduce reliance on the American market. This global recalibration sees the US lagging in container shipping growth, while other regions experience robust increases….

The Economic Times

Union Budget 2026: Translating intent into execution

By addressing financing constraints, compliance complexity, and infrastructure bottlenecks, the Budget moves decisively from intent toward execution….

The Economic Times

Union Budget 2026: Turning global disruption into India’s manufacturing advantage

Budget 2026 continues the momentum for Manufacturing in India for the world, supporting MSMEs in their growth and addressing geo-economic challenges. It focuses on sustaining growth, empowering citizens through capability building, and ensuring that development is both broad-based and inclusive….

The Economic Times

Budget 2026: Agri research funding cut raises concern; stakeholders question income gains from high-value crops

Cuts in research funding heighten fears that agriculture and rural sectors will face delayed policy focus, say stakeholders….

The Economic Times

Budget 2026: MSME growth fund game-changer for sector, say industry bodies

Industry bodies hailed the Union Budget 2026-27's Rs 10,000-crore growth fund for MSMEs as a game-changer, addressing liquidity constraints and competitive pressures….

The Economic Times

Budget 2026 puts India’s tourism in spotlight; experts call for higher marketing outlay

The Union Budget 2026-27 unveils ambitious plans to elevate India's tourism sector. A new National Institute of Hospitality will be established….

The Economic Times

Budget 2026 eases cost, capital pressures for seafood exporters: Experts

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled the Union Budget 2026-27 on Sunday, prioritising the livestock and marine sectors. Initiatives include developing reservoirs, supporting women-led groups, and duty-free fish catch in the EEZ, aiming to boost farmer incomes and exports….

The Economic Times

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