Saïd LARIBI

India’s UPI posts record monthly value in July, signalling faster shift to digital payments

August 1, 2026

India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) recorded its highest-ever transaction value in July, according to industry reports, marking another milestone for the country’s fast-growing digital payments system. The new peak underscores the increasing role of real-time retail payment rails in daily commerce and in the business models of banks and fintech firms. What the July milestone ... Voir l'article

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Foreign investors return as analysts say Indian equities may have been oversold

August 1, 2026

After several months of net selling by foreign institutional investors, flows into Indian equities have shown signs of recovery. Market commentators point to stretched declines in prices, shifting global sentiment and domestic factors as reasons for the renewed interest. What happened to foreign flows and why it matters Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) were net sellers ... Voir l'article

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US crude destined for Israel again — what this means for energy markets and India

August 1, 2026

For the first time since 2023, a shipment of US crude oil is reported to be headed to Israel, according to shipping-tracking data and trade notices. The move reflects shifting patterns of oil flows that matter to global markets — and to India’s energy and shipping sectors — even though Israel is not a major ... Voir l'article

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Tough road for Trump’s tariff plan on Russian oil buyers — what it means for Indian markets

July 31, 2026

A proposal backed by former US president Donald Trump to impose tariffs on countries buying Russian oil faces resistance in the US House of Representatives. For India — a major importer of Russian crude and a hub of refiners and shipping — the bill’s fate could affect trade routes, insurance and corporate strategy even if ... Voir l'article

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India to introduce polymer banknotes: what the change means for the economy and markets

July 31, 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has signalled that plastic — technically polymer — banknotes will arrive in circulation soon. The decision follows experiments with polymer material in other countries and is being framed as an attempt to improve note durability and cleanliness. What the RBI announcement covers and what remains unconfirmed The central bank’s comments ... Voir l'article

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