While many were talking about the need for interest rate cuts, the real issue at this point was the slowdown in consumption. The government has put money in the hands of people at the lower end of the income spectrum through tax reductions. This was the need of the hour and, in that context, it was the right budget for this stage of the economic cycle.
Indian stock markets deliver negative returns for two years, worst since 2012, ET analysis reveals
Indian stock markets have disappointed investors with negative returns over two years. The Sensex has shown its worst two-year performance since 2012. Indices have not
August 25, 2026