Indian equity markets maintained their upward trajectory for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, bolstered by strong buying in blue-chip banking stocks and fresh foreign fund inflows. The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty posted gains following a significant drop in retail inflation, which raised expectations of further interest rate cuts. Despite global market weakness, the Sensex closed at a two-week high, fueled by investor optimism over India's economic prospects.

India’s equity markets staged a strong recovery following recent volatility triggered by reciprocal US tariffs. The BSE Sensex surged 1,577.63 points on Tuesday, closing at 76,734.89, capping a two-day gain of 2,887.74 points (3.91%). This remarkable rebound comes amid easing trade tensions, after the U.S. administration suspended additional import duties for 90 days and hinted at further exemptions. Investor sentiment soared, with market capitalization swelling by Rs. 18.42 lakh crore in just two sessions.

India’s merchandise exports for FY2024–25 registered marginal growth, edging up by just 0.08% to USD 437.42 billion, reflecting subdued global demand and persistent domestic challenges. In March alone, outbound shipments rose 0.7% to USD 41.97 billion, while the trade deficit widened to USD 21.54 billion. Amid this sluggish performance, the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) has urged the government to bolster support through targeted reforms in credit access, regulatory simplification, logistics, and market diversification.

Birla Estates Pvt. Ltd., the real estate arm of the Aditya Birla Group, has recorded an exceptional performance in FY25, achieving property bookings worth Rs. 8,000 crore, more than doubling its previous year’s tally. This landmark achievement, led by the phenomenal success of its Birla Arnaa project in Gurugram and multiple high-impact launches in Bengaluru, marks the company's most successful year to date.

India’s banking sector is set for an upswing in credit growth in the upcoming fiscal year, with domestic rating agency Crisil forecasting a rise to 13% in FY26 from 11% in FY25. This acceleration is expected to stem from favorable regulatory interventions, improved liquidity conditions, and tax-driven boosts to consumption. Retail credit, mortgages, and corporate lending to infrastructure-linked industries are anticipated to drive the expansion. However, the pace of deposit growth remains a key variable, with recent liquidity trends suggesting cautious optimism.

India's automotive market is undergoing a transformative shift driven by evolving consumer preferences, rising trust in data-powered technologies, and ongoing affordability pressures. According to Deloitte’s 2025 Global Automotive Consumer Study, Indian consumers are increasingly open to sharing personal data in exchange for smart features like anti-theft tracking—highlighting a growing embrace of intelligent mobility. While enthusiasm for electric vehicles is climbing, practical concerns about infrastructure and cost persist.

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is currently evaluating stakeholder comments on the proposed regulations for determining the cost of production. These new rules are part of the regulator's broader effort to update its framework for assessing predatory pricing and ensuring fair market competition. As competition law prohibits predatory pricing by dominant firms, the updated guidelines aim to align India’s regulatory framework with modern economic theories and global competition standards.

Max Financial Services has announced a request from Neelu Analjit Singh, the ex-wife of the company's founder, Analjit Singh, to reclassify her status from promoter to public category. This move follows a global settlement reached earlier this year, ending a lengthy legal dispute. Additionally, the company has seen leadership changes, with the resignation of CFO Amrit Pal Singh and the appointment of Nishant Kumar Gehlawat as the new CFO. These developments come as part of a broader effort to maintain control within the company and streamline its financial leadership.

India's wheat procurement for the 2025-26 marketing season has started on a solid note, with the government purchasing around 6 million tonnes of wheat as of early April. Despite a forecast of record production for the 2024-25 crop year, the procurement target has been set at 31 million tonnes—lower than previous years. The target procurement will predominantly come from states like Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. With favorable crop yields, the procurement goal is expected to be met, ensuring food security and supporting the Public Distribution System.

India's gems and jewellery sector faced a challenging year in FY 2024-25, with overall exports dropping by 11.72% to USD 28.5 billion (approximately Rs. 2.41 lakh crore), according to the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). The decline is attributed to ongoing geopolitical tensions, primarily affecting demand from key markets like China and the United States. Despite these challenges, March 2025 saw a slight improvement, with exports growing by 1.02%.