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Despite closing in the red, benchmark indices showed signs of resilience amid tariff-related volatility, an RBI rate cut, and weak global cues. But amid the market’s mixed mood, one stock stood out: IndiGo. On 9th April 2025, India’s leading low-cost airline made history by becoming the most valuable airline in the world by market capitalisation. So, what’s fueling this impressive ascent? Let’s break it down.

Gold prices soared to a fresh record high above $3,200 an ounce in early Asian trading on Friday, reaffirming its timeless status as a safe haven amid growing global economic uncertainty. The precious metal surged as much as 1.3%, building on consecutive daily gains of more than 3%, and eclipsing the previous record posted just a day before. (Source: www.moneycontrol.com)

Donald Trump’s April 9 declaration—a 90-day tariff hike pause for all countries except China—triggered an instant global reaction. Investors welcomed the temporary de-escalation of trade tensions, especially given the high-stakes rhetoric around "trade realignment" and "domestic reshoring."

On Wednesday, India grappled with rising global economic uncertainty while also confronting signs of weakness within its own economy. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), under the leadership of Governor Sanjay Malhotra, is widely expected to cut interest rates, even as a fresh round of US import tariffs on Indian goods comes into effect the same day.

The resurgence of trade tensions between the United States and China, reignited by Trump-era tariffs, has sent ripples across global supply chains. While the spotlight often remains fixed on the US and China, India could be a silent but significant beneficiary. As China scrambles to counterbalance its reduced access to the US market and global corporations seek alternative manufacturing destinations, India finds itself at the crossroads of economic opportunity and strategic recalibration. This article explores how India can use this geopolitical and trade disruption to rebalance its financial relationship with China, reduce its chronic trade deficit, and emerge stronger in the global value chain.

Tata Group is gearing up for one of its largest fundraising efforts in recent years. It is set to raise $1.3 billion to boost its digital platforms, BigBasket and 1mg, as part of its broader strategy to strengthen its presence in the fast-growing quick commerce segment. This substantial funding will support BigBasket’s transition towards faster delivery services and enable 1mg to scale its healthcare offerings.