The dollar is trading higher against major currencies. Traders are awaiting U.S. consumer inflation data. Tariff threats between Washington and Beijing are also being considered. The yen has weakened due to expectations of a stimulus package from Japan’s new Prime Minister. Sterling is under pressure after British inflation data remained steady. Markets are anticipating interest rate cuts from the U.S.
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