Pharma stocks slide as Trump’s 100% generic drug tariff plan spooks investors

Indian drug shares declined Wednesday following US President Trump’s tariff announcement. These proposed tariffs will significantly impact companies with substantial US revenue exposure. Analysts suggest investors should now focus on domestically oriented Indian pharmaceutical firms. The Nifty Pharma index saw a notable decrease, while the benchmark Nifty 50 also fell. Negotiations are expected given India’s…

Mauritius tax protocol to give Indian taxman more powers to probe offshore entities

Mauritius cabinet ratified a tax protocol granting Indian officials more questioning powers. This allows direct challenges to offshore entities suspected of tax evasion. The principal purpose test will deny treaty benefits if tax avoidance is a primary aim. This change follows the Tiger Global verdict and strengthens genuine substance requirements. The protocol aims to ensure…

External sectors steady despite geopolitical uncertainties: RBI

India’s external sector shows steady improvement, boosted by foreign investment inflows. The economy remains strong despite global uncertainties and trade disruptions. Foreign exchange reserves provide ample cover for imports and external debt. Exports and imports saw strong growth in the first quarter of this fiscal year. Bilateral trade agreements will further enhance India’s external trade…

MSEDCL appoints 8 bankers for Rs 10,000 crore IPO

Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co has appointed eight investment bankers for its proposed initial public offering. This significant issue could potentially raise between eight thousand and ten thousand crore rupees. The offering will mark the first-ever IPO by the Maharashtra government and a state-run discom. Mahavitaran, the brand under which MSEDCL operates, will be listed….

Google quarterly cloud revenue growth beats expectations

Google Cloud revenue surged eighty-two percent, fueled by strong enterprise demand for AI services. This significant growth helped offset concerns regarding Alphabet’s substantial artificial intelligence investments. However, the company’s own AI model development has encountered delays this year. Google’s search business has shown strength, attracting more advertising dollars through AI features.