China’s exports rose by a surprising 8. 3% year-on-year in September, beating the 6. 6% median forecast by economists surveyed by Bloomberg.
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BIZ BUZZ: Cement tariffs tug-of-war
Talk about being caught between a rock and a hard place. We’re referring to Trade Secretary Cristina Roque, who must soon make a Solomonic decision regarding tariffs on cement. On one hand are the cement importers who fear that raising tariffs or safeguard duties too high—with around 16 percent as the threshold—will force them out
India-UK: Piyush Goyal Announces Signing Of The ‘Terms Of Reference’ To Reposition Joint Economic & Trade Committee
The meeting marked a significant step towards operationalizing the India-UK CETA, with both ministers reposing the JETCO to oversee its implementation and delivery. The ministers reaffirmed their shared ambition to double bilateral trade by 2030.
WTO says AI-related buying binge, spike in US imports spur unexpected rise in goods trade
GENEVA (AP) — The World Trade Organization is sharply raising its forecast for trade growth in goods this year after an unexpectedly strong first half due to rising AI-related purchases, front-loaded imports in the U.S. over tariff fears and robust developing-world trade. The Geneva-based trade body said Tuesday its economists are increasing their prediction of
India’s manufacturing growth slows as factory prices hit 12-year high
India’s manufacturing sector witnessed a slowdown in growth last month, marking its slowest pace in four months.
India seeks US tariff relief, offers corn and energy imports
Summarize Next Article India seeks US tariff relief, offers corn and energy imports By Akash Pandey Sep 27, 2025 05: 21 pm What’s the story India and the US are currently in the process of negotiating a trade deal. As part of these negotiations, India has proposed buying corn from the US for ethanol production and increasing its energy purchases.
India, Russia explore MoU to boost agricultural trade and technology collaboration
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan met Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev on Friday at Krishi Bhawan to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in agriculture.
Soybeans End Thursday on the Higher Side
Soybeans rounded out Thursday trade with contracts fractionally to 3 14 cents higher, led by the front months. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was 3 12 cents higher at $9. 36 1/4. Soymeal futures were down $1. 10 to $3. 10 to close the Thursday session, with Soy Oil futures 24.
‘Everything from chip to ship’: PM Modi calls for boost to Atmanirbhar Bharat
Addressing a gathering, the Prime Minister said that the government has removed several unnecessary compliances so that businesses can keep thriving in the country.