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‘If Indians stop buying gold for one year, how much would India benefit?’ User asks billion-dollar question to AI, the reply will shock you

India Gold Buying: A viral X post questioning the economic impact of India's gold obsession sparked a national debate. With gold imports soaring, economists suggest reducing purchases could ease the trade deficit and strengthen the rupee. However, gold's deep cultural and emotional significance complicates any drastic shift.

The Economic Times

Petroleum coke shortage may hit aluminium production outside Gulf too: JP Morgan

Global aluminium production faces potential disruptions beyond the Gulf due to worsening petroleum coke shortages, a key raw material. JPMorgan Chase & Co. reports that a prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure could impact producers worldwide, potentially leading to operational challenges and production cuts. The market is already experiencing supply issues,…

The Economic Times

PM Modi wants Indians to buy less gold but jewellers suggest three ways to save forex without any sacrifices

Amidst calls to conserve forex, the All India Jewellers and Goldsmith Federation proposed a dedicated bullion bank and revamped gold monetisation schemes. These initiatives aim to reduce India's annual gold import dependence by 200-300 tonnes. High gold imports, driven by price surges, have significantly widened the trade deficit and impacted…

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India's gold import: How it impacts our economy | An explainer

India's gold imports are at an all-time high, reaching $71.98 billion in 2025-26. This surge is driven by increased prices and trade agreements. High imports pressure India's trade deficit and foreign exchange. The government is reviewing trade policies to curb these imports and protect reserves.

The Economic Times

India's gold imports: How it impacts our economy | An explainer

India's gold imports are at an all-time high, reaching USD 71.98 billion in 2025-26. This surge is driven by increased prices and trade agreements. High imports pressure India's trade deficit and foreign exchange. The government is reviewing trade policies to curb these imports and protect reserves.

The Economic Times

'Trust Doesn't Collapse Overnight': Experts Warn US Debt Is Now Accelerating America's Rivalry With China

The US is projected to borrow over $2 trillion in a fiscal year, raising concerns among economists about fiscal sustainability and geopolitical implications, with interest payments rivaling major federal expenditures.

International Business Times

US Court of International Trade Rules Against Trump's Section 122 Tariffs

The 2-1 decision concludes Trump's massive new tariffs are illegal because there is no "balance of payments deficit" of the kind needed to authorize them.

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The unprecedented feat achieved by Premier League sides in Europe this season

This season will see Premier League sides compete in all three finals of Europe’s top competitions for the first time: The Champions League, Europa League and Conference League. On Thursday night, Aston Villa reached the Europa League final by overcoming a 1-0 deficit from the first leg to beat fellow…

The Independent UK

Treasury expected to borrow $2 trillion this year to continue functioning—more than $166 billion every month

"Markets will only tolerate our unsustainable borrowing for so long; the risk of a fiscal crisis gets higher as the days pass. We need deficit reduction urgently."

Fortune

Does Skipping Meals Help You Lose Weight or Slow Metabolism? What You Need to Know

Skipping meals may aid weight loss short-term but can slow metabolism, disrupt hormones, and risk muscle loss without proper nutrition strategies.

Medical Daily

Bayern Munich XI vs. PSG: Fearsome Front Four Unleashed—Injury News, Predicted Lineup

Bayern Munich have a one-goal deficit to overturn to reach the Champions League final.

Sports Illustrated

Dollar Firms as Geopolitical Risks Remain

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday rose by +0.09%. The dollar rose slightly on Tuesday after the US March trade deficit was reported to be smaller than expected. The dollar also has safe-haven support as the US-Iran ceasefire appears shaky after the US Central Command on Monday said the...

Barchart

Dollar Slightly Higher as Middle East Risks Remain

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.07%. The dollar is slightly higher today after the US March trade deficit was reported to be smaller than expected. The dollar also has safe-haven support as the US-Iran ceasefire appears shaky after the US Central Command on Monday said the...

Barchart

Romania's pro-EU coalition collapses after prime minister fails no-confidence vote

Romania has faced a long period of instability and the country is grappling with one of the highest budget deficits in the EU, rampant inflation and a technical recession.

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'Any semblance of fiscal responsibility' was abandoned two decades ago, says budget watchdog, and challenges Congress to cut deficit levels by half

A 3% benchmark would require approximately $10 trillion in deficit reduction over the next decade, if the target is reached by 2036.

Motorsport

It's early May and NASCAR's standings have real consequence again

Simulations indicate needing to finish top-3 in the regular season standings

Fortune

Interest on U.S. debt is becoming a top driver of future deficits, as the sheer size of past borrowing overwhelms the fiscal outlook

"In a 'Fiscal Dominance' regime, the Fed's ability to aggressively hike rates to curb inflation is constrained, as doing so risks a fiscal or financial crisis."

AAP

Hopes of wartime windfall shot down for federal budget

The federal treasurer is being urged not to grandfather tax breaks for asset-holders in the budget as the economic impact of the Iran war worsens.

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Decades Ago, a Rising Pistons Team Survived a 3–1 Playoff Deficit to the Magic. Can Detroit Do It Again?

The Pistons are headed back to Orlando down 3–2 to the Magic after a hard-fought Game 5 win. The NBA world is collectively shocked the No. 1 seed is on the edge

Motorsport

George Russell urged not to panic if Kimi Antonelli wins Mercedes battle in Miami

James Hinchcliffe has urged George Russell to stay calm if Kimi Antonelli beats him again at the Miami Grand Prix, insisting the Mercedes driver’s nine-point deficit is no cause for panic

The Mary Sue

Canada just launched a $18B war chest to break free from Trump’s economic bullying and it’s already got Wall Street sweating

Canada just dropped a financial nuke on its economic dependence with a new $18 billion sovereign wealth fund, and Wall Street is already feeling the heat. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the Canada Strong Fund this week, a government-owned investment vehicle designed to pump money into energy, infrastructure, mining, agriculture,…

Fortune

Jamie Dimon gets candid about national debt: ‘There will be a bond crisis, and then we’ll have to deal with it’

“The level of things that are adding to the risk column are high, like geopolitics, oil, government deficits. And they may go away, but they may not.”

Fortune

The $39 trillion national debt just got its own version of the viral Doomsday essay

Centrist political group No Labels is using science fiction to sound the alarm: "Neither party has any credibility on the debt or deficit right now."

Fortune

Trump’s ‘gold card’ visas were going to solve $39 trillion national debt. They’ve sold only one

Gold card revenue “may be earmarked for deficit reduction, but it actually could be more money than that,” Trump previously told reporters.

Sports Illustrated

How Man Utd, Liverpool, Aston Villa, Chelsea’s Final Four Premier League Fixtures Compare

Chelsea must overturn a sizeable deficit to finish ahead of Man Utd, Liverpool or Aston Villa.

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