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2025
Business India's Factory Output Surges 7.3% in June, Fastest Pace in Nearly Two Years
India's factory output rose 7.3% in June, the fastest pace in nearly two years, driven by manufacturing (7.8%) and electricity (10.6%). The data exceeded economists' forecasts of 5.7%, signalling strong first-quarter GDP growth of 6.8-7%.
Commodities Yara’s 2025 Sustainability Report Highlights Operational, Environmental and Social Milestones in India
Yara, a fertilizer company and environmental solutions provider, released its 2025 Sustainability Report titled 'Building Trust Through 15 Years of Responsible Growth'. The report, aligned with GRI Universal Standards 2021, details achievements under its 5Cs framework: Commit, Connect, Care, Concern, and Contribute, including a 52.41% reduction in logistics emissions, a 3.4% cut in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, and support for over 4,700 women through the Kiran initiative.
Commodities Global LNG trade hit record in 2025, but Middle East conflict clouds outlook, IGU says
Global LNG trade hit a record 436.98 million metric tons in 2025, up 6.3% year-on-year, driven by US exports and European imports, according to the International Gas Union. However, the IGU warned that conflict in the Middle East could lead to a contraction in 2026 due to damaged infrastructure and uncertainty for Asian buyers.
Logistics Containers Lost at Sea Nearly Tripled in 2025, World Shipping Council Reports
An estimated 1,478 containers were lost at sea in 2025, nearly triple the prior year, according to the World Shipping Council. The May 2025 sinking of the MSC Elsa off India accounted for 43% of losses. Despite the rise, the loss rate remains extremely low at 0.0005% of all transported boxes.
Business O'Leary Extends Ryanair CEO Contract to 2032 in Deal Worth Up to €150 Million
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has extended his contract to 2032, with a bonus scheme potentially worth over €150m. The deal includes options to buy 10 million shares at €26.70 each if profit reaches €4bn or share price exceeds €42 for 28 days. Chairman Stan McCarthy highlighted extensive shareholder engagement in the process.
Finance Indian Funds in Swiss Banks Fall 8% to Rs 36,793 Crore, but Customer Deposits Surge 50%
Funds linked to Indian clients in Swiss banks declined by over 8% to 3.25 billion Swiss francs (Rs 36,793 crore) in 2025, driven by a drop in intermediated holdings. However, direct customer deposits surged 50% to 524 million Swiss francs (Rs 6,000 crore), reflecting a compositional shift. Separate BIS data showed a 20% rise in deposits, highlighting divergent trends.
Commodities Tin Prices Poised to Rule Elevated in 2026 on Semiconductor Demand and Supply Disruptions
Tin prices remain elevated at $55,301/tonne, driven by surging demand from the semiconductor industry amid AI capital expenditure, while supply constraints from Indonesia, Myanmar, and other regions persist. BMI has revised its 2026 price forecast to $49,000/tonne, and market experts expect prices to stay high despite potential moderation in H2.
Regulations & Compliance Govt Updates Immigration and Foreigners Rules 2025
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Trade India's Seafood Exports Reach Record High in 2025-26
India's seafood exports reached a record 19,72,018 metric tonnes worth ₹73,890.46 crore ($8.46 billion) in 2025-26. The United States and China were the top importers, with frozen shrimp leading the export basket.
Commodities India's Foodgrain Production Hits Record High in 2025-26
India's foodgrain production increased by 5% in the 2025-26 crop year, with rice production reaching a record 154 million tonnes. This growth is attributed to government initiatives and favorable conditions, despite challenges like El Nino.