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Weak Monsoon Risk Clouds India's Growth and Inflation Outlook

Analysts warn that India faces the risk of a below-normal monsoon, which could squeeze farm output and lift food prices. With food comprising a large share of India's inflation basket, a weak season may limit RBI's room to cut rates and drag on rural consumption and growth.

Malaysia Q1 2026 GDP grows 5.3% year-on-year

Malaysia's economy grew 5.3% year-on-year in Q1 2026, driven by manufacturing, services, and construction, according to an official advance estimate. The broad-based expansion signals resilient domestic conditions entering the second quarter. The figure remains subject to revision as full data becomes available.

China Q1 2026 GDP Beats Forecasts at 5 Percent

China's economy expanded 5 percent in Q1 2026, beating forecasts despite mounting global uncertainty tied to the Iran war. The result signals near-term resilience but the conflict's impact on energy costs, trade, and supply chains remains unclear. Sustained performance through Q2 will be the next critical test for inve

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India faces risk of weaker monsoon, raising inflation and growth concerns

Analysts warn that India faces the risk of a below-normal monsoon, which could squeeze farm output and lift food prices. With food comprising a large share of India's inflation basket, a weak season may limit RBI's room to cut rates and drag on rural consumption and growth.

1mo ago · 2 min · Economy

GDP rose at 2% annual rate in first quarter as U.S. economy rebounds

U.S. GDP grew at a 2% annual rate in Q1, supported by AI-sector investment. War-driven inflation from the Iran conflict is offsetting some of that momentum by raising costs across the economy. The path forward depends on whether inflation persists or eases.

2mo ago · 1 min · Economy

Malaysia's economy grew 5.3% year-on-year in Q1 2026, official advance estimate shows

Malaysia's economy grew 5.3% year-on-year in Q1 2026, driven by manufacturing, services, and construction, according to an official advance estimate. The broad-based expansion signals resilient domestic conditions entering the second quarter. The figure remains subject to revision as full data becomes available.

2mo ago · 1 min · Economy

China’s economy beats forecasts to grow 5 per cent in first quarter of 2026

China's economy expanded 5 percent in Q1 2026, beating forecasts despite mounting global uncertainty tied to the Iran war. The result signals near-term resilience but the conflict's impact on energy costs, trade, and supply chains remains unclear. Sustained performance through Q2 will be the next critical test for inve

2mo ago · 1 min · Economy

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