Stock-index futures increased following a US-EU trade agreement, imposing 15% tariffs on most EU exports, which averted a potential trade war. S&P 500 contracts and European stocks rose, while the euro strengthened. Investors are anticipating a busy week with key data releases, including Federal Reserve and Bank of Japan meetings, and earnings reports from major companies.
QSR chains face margin pressure, not demand shock: Karan Taurani on fuel and LPG impact
Rising fuel and LPG prices are impacting India’s consumption landscape unevenly. While some sectors like QSR face margin compression due to high LPG dependence, others