Bihar election results highlight the impact of cash transfers on voter turnout and electoral success. While markets anticipate a positive reaction to the NDA’s victory, concerns are rising over the fiscal deficit implications of such populist spending. Brokerages note that increased subsidy spending could push states’ fiscal deficits beyond the 3% GDP ceiling.
S&P 500, Nasdaq post best quarter since 2020 despite Iran war
Indian markets closed the quarter on a high, mirroring global trends with significant gains for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, driven by optimism around economic
June 30, 2026