Economic Uncertainty News - Latest Updates & Headlines
South Korea, Australia vow stronger ties on energy, key minerals amid uncertainty
Seoul, April 13: South Korea and Australia have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation on key minerals and energy sectors as part of broader efforts to navigate deepening global economic uncertainties, Seoul's finance ministry said Sunday.
Gold prices hit record high amid global uncertainty
New Delhi, April 13: Gold prices jumped over 6.5 per cent this week, reaching a record high of $3,237 per troy ounce.
Rising global headwinds to slow Indian IT sector momentum in FY26: Nomura
New Delhi, April 12: Rising macroeconomic uncertainties will impact the growth of information and technology (IT) companies in the financial year 2026 (FY26), Nomura said in its latest report.
Gold ETFs see record inflows of Rs 14,852 crore in FY25 amid global uncertainty: AMFI data
New Delhi, April 11: Gold Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) attracted massive investments in FY 2025, with net inflows of Rs 14,852 crore -- nearly three times higher than the Rs 5,248 crore recorded in FY 2024, according to the data released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) on Friday.
Sensex opens over 1,000 points up amid heightened global uncertainty
Mumbai, April 8: Indian frontline indices opened in the green on Tuesday as heavyweights like Titan, Tata Steel and Adani Ports lifted the market sentiment despite global uncertainty amid US tariffs.
Invest in quality stocks with strong business models amid global uncertainty: SBI Report
Mumbai, April 7: As global economic uncertainties rise due to US trade tariff tensions, inflation risks and volatile markets, a new report said on Monday recommended investing in quality businesses for long-term gains.
Why is Indian stock market crashing?
Mumbai, April 7: The Indian stock market faced a massive sell-off on Monday, as the escalating trade war between the United States (US) and China sent shockwaves through global financial markets.
Asian stock markets crash: China, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan markets top losers
New Delhi, April 7: Asian stock markets witnessed a major sell-off on Monday after US President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs. The markets opened with heavy selling pressure, reflecting growing fears over the impact of the tariffs on global trade and economic growth.
India's IT services companies to report subdued growth during 4QFY25: Report
New Delhi, April 5: India's information technology sector is expected to report subdued growth for the fourth quarter of FY25 (January-March period), according to a report by Systematix Institutional Research.
Gold prices hit fresh high as retail investors push demand amid global uncertainties
Mumbai, March 31: As the US reciprocal tariff deadline looms, gold prices on Monday hit a record high of $3,106 per ounce for the first time, with people rushing towards accumulating the safe-haven asset amid global uncertainties.
Trump adviser suggests tariff plans remain fluid days before April 2 implementation
Washington, March 31: One of US President Donald Trump's top economic advisers declined to say how many countries would be targeted by the President's promised reciprocal tariffs this week and suggested the plans remain fluid.
Gold prices surge amid global uncertainty, could touch $3,100 soon
New Delhi, March 24: Gold prices are on a strong upward trend, with analysts predicting that the precious metal could soon reach the $3,100 mark per ounce.
Stock market opens in red amid global uncertainty, April 2 tariff risks loom large
Mumbai, March 21: The Indian stock market opened in negative territory on Friday After a record-breaking close on Thursday, weighed down by global uncertainties and looming broad-based reciprocal tariffs set to take effect on April 2.
Gold touches new high for third consecutive day
New Delhi, March 19: Gold prices inched higher on Wednesday, climbing to a new high. According to publicly available data, international gold prices stayed above the physiologically relevant USD 3,000 per ounce mark.
Geopolitical factors, economic uncertainty behind historic USD 3000 gold price surge
New Delhi, March 15: Gold prices touched a historic milestone, hitting USD 3,000 per ounce, reinforcing its role as a safe-haven asset during times of economic uncertainty.
Continued geo-economic uncertainty is playing in favour of Gold: WGC
New Delhi, March 7: Continued uncertainty in the geo-economic situation indicates the trend of rising inflation, which goes in favour of gold, according to the World Gold Council (WGC).
Tariffs and counter-tariffs have infused more uncertainty in IT sector: JM Financial
New Delhi, February 27: Rising trade tensions and economic uncertainties are adding new challenges for the IT services sector as tariffs and counter-tariffs have increased market instability, while inflation concerns and delays in interest rate cuts have worsened the outlook, according to a report by JM Financial.
Foreign currency deposits rise for 2nd month in South Korea amid uncertainty
Seoul, Feb 24: Foreign currency deposits rose for a second consecutive month in January as companies secured more dollar holdings amid heightened uncertainties, the central bank here said on Monday.
Amid current economic uncertainties gold prices will continue to show an upward trend in 2025: Report
New Delhi, February 21: Gold prices have been on a strong upward trend in 2025, with analysts predicting that the metal could touch USD 3,000 per ounce by the second quarter of the year.
Gold up 11 pc in 2025, likely to remain bullish amid global uncertainties
New Delhi, Feb 16: Gold is 11 per cent up so far in 2025, outperforming equities and bitcoins, according to industry reports, which project that the bullion is heading towards $3,000 per ounce and is likely to cross $3,080 in Q1 this year.
Amid economic uncertainty, Gold to remain a key investment instrument in 2025: Report
New Delhi, February 13: With economic uncertainties persisting, historical patterns suggest that gold will continue to play a strategic role in investment portfolios in 2025, according to a report by Aequitas Investments.
Bank customers rush to buy gold amid woes over rates, Trump policies
Seoul, Feb 12: Bank customers are rushing to buy gold on dashed hopes for early rate cuts by the Federal Reserve (Fed) and woes over the policies of US President Donald Trump's administration, industry data showed on Wednesday.
Gold hits record high of Rs 87,210 per 10g amid global economic uncertainty
New Delhi, February 10: Gold prices in India surged to an all-time high on Monday, with 10 grams of 24K gold reaching Rs87,210, while 1 gram was priced at Rs8,721.
Gold prices at record high as investors seek safety amid trade war concerns
New Delhi, Feb 10: Gold prices on Monday surged to new record highs in the domestic futures market as uncertainty over the US President Donald Trump's tariff policies increased demand for the yellow metal as a safe-haven investment.
Biz outlook for manufacturing sector remains pessimistic in South Korea in Q1
Seoul, Jan 12: South Korea's manufacturing sector, including semiconductors and the auto industry, is expected to suffer a decrease in sales in the first quarter amid heightened economic uncertainties, data showed on Sunday.
Infosys may delay annual salary hike over global uncertainties
New Delhi, Jan 6: IT major Infosys has reportedly deferred the annual salary hike in the fourth quarter of FY 2024-25. The company last implemented a salary hike in November 2023.