The upcoming Budget must focus not just on attracting capital but improving how efficiently it circulates through the economy. Faster corporate restructurings, stronger recovery mechanisms, better mobilisation of household gold and simpler capital-gains rules can meaningfully enhance market depth, investor confidence and long-term capital formation, earning the Budget full marks from markets.
Oil Price Today (May 1): Crude oil holds above $110/barrel. What lies ahead?
Oil prices stay above $110 a barrel as the Middle East conflict enters its second month. The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, impacting global supply.