One obviously is the Trump presidency. He is the most unpredictable man and leading a $30 trillion economy, the world’s most powerful country, adds a significant bit to the uncertainty. Secondly, the US fiscal and monetary policy would also be a key driver of volatility in the markets. Currently, if you see, US is running a 6.5% fiscal deficit.
Urban-rural consumption gap closes further in 2023-24
Consumption inequality between rural and urban India decreased in 2023-24, with notable increases in Monthly Per Capita Consumption Expenditure (MPCE) in both areas. Non-food items