Jefferies’ Chris Wood criticizes Trump’s sweeping new tariffs, calling April 2 “an impoverishment day.” With steep levies on key Asian economies, analysts warn of global trade shocks, retaliatory moves, and economic instability amid a weakening US dollar and rising protectionism.
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Q1 profit jumps 35% on strong income growth
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank reported a 35% year-on-year rise in June quarter net profit to Rs 412 crore, driven by higher income and net interest income.