US equity futures declined as Apple warned of margin pressures, fueling concerns about AI investment returns. Gold and silver saw gains, while Asian shares edged higher. Investors are increasingly wary of the timing and profitability of massive tech spending on artificial intelligence.
India defies West Asia war concerns as Q4 GDP growth hits 7.8%; risks remain ahead
India’s economy surged by a better-than-expected 7.8% in the March quarter, exceeding forecasts and pushing FY26 growth to 7.7%. This robust performance was driven by