Saïd LARIBI

29 US states take Meta to court over child safety — why the case matters to markets and Indian companies

August 22, 2026

Twenty-nine US states have filed litigation against Meta Platforms Inc., accusing its social networks of failing to protect children and teenagers from harm. The case, proceeding to trial, could force changes to Facebook and Instagram’s products and business practices — with potential ripple effects for advertisers, investors and digital platforms worldwide, including in India. What ... Voir l'article

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India signals lower sugar output but says ethanol-making won’t fuel price rise

August 21, 2026

The Indian government has revised its estimate for the current sugar season downward, saying output may be about 11% lower than an earlier projection. Officials also told markets and consumers that increased diversion of sugarcane to ethanol production is not expected to push up retail sugar prices. What the government is saying The central government ... Voir l'article

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Venezuela’s oil returns to India’s supply mix as worries in the Strait of Hormuz rise

August 21, 2026

Indian refiners have taken a renewed interest in Venezuelan crude this year as disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz have heightened the risk to shipments from the Persian Gulf. For readers outside India, the shift matters because it illustrates how energy security decisions in one region ripple through global markets and trade patterns. Why Venezuelan ... Voir l'article

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Why New Delhi is putting $1.2 billion behind homegrown construction machinery

August 21, 2026

The Indian government is reported to be allocating $1.2 billion in support to boost domestic production of heavy construction equipment, including tunnel-boring machines. The move is aimed at reducing import dependence, lowering project costs and building local manufacturing capacity for large infrastructure projects. What has been announced and what it means According to reporting by ... Voir l'article

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Regional conflict dents overseas travel for India’s biggest carriers

August 20, 2026

Traffic on international routes for the Air India Group fell sharply in the aftermath of the US‑Iran confrontation, while budget carrier IndiGo also reported a notable decline. The drops illustrate how geopolitical shocks quickly affect Indian airlines’ overseas revenue and the country’s connectivity with major markets. What the numbers say Several Indian carriers reported weaker ... Voir l'article

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India clears duty-free import of 1 million tonnes of raw sugar to ease domestic prices

August 20, 2026

The federal government has permitted duty-free imports of up to 1 million tonnes of raw sugar, a move aimed at easing a recent rise in domestic sugar prices. The decision affects trade flows for a major global sugar producer and has implications for food inflation and commodity markets in India and for international buyers. What ... Voir l'article

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Pakistan asks Washington for a $10 billion support facility — what it means for markets and the region

August 20, 2026

Pakistan has formally approached the United States seeking a $10 billion financial facility, submitting paperwork to the US Treasury Department, according to media reports. The request arrives as Islamabad seeks external financing to stabilise its economy; the outcome could shape investor sentiment across South Asia and affect regional economic relations. What Pakistan has asked for ... Voir l'article

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Cabinet clears four railway multitracking projects worth Rs 9,450 crore

August 19, 2026

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved four multitracking projects for Indian Railways with a combined budgetary outlay of Rs 9,450 crore. The projects are spread across four states; specific line sections and commissioning schedules were not detailed in the cabinet release. What the approval means “Multitracking” refers to adding one or more tracks alongside existing ... Voir l'article

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How fuel exporters in India and the US are profiting from war-driven oil disruptions

August 19, 2026

Fighting in key oil-producing regions has reshaped global crude flows and opened new commercial routes for refiners and traders. Companies in India and the United States that process and export refined fuels have seen increased demand as buyers look for alternatives to supplies disrupted by conflict. Why conflict changes where fuel comes from Geopolitical crises ... Voir l'article

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Fund managers put India at bottom of Asian preferences in recent BofA poll — why they are underweight

August 19, 2026

Bank of America’s latest monthly survey of global fund managers shows India as the least-favoured Asian equity market among respondents. The result marks a notable shift in sentiment toward a country that has been a central part of many emerging-market strategies. What the survey says and why it matters The BofA Global Fund Manager Survey, ... Voir l'article

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