Global Market: China’s factory inflation hits four-year high, keeping metals and industrial stocks in focus

China’s factory-gate inflation reached its fastest pace in four years during June. Producer prices rose 4.1 percent year-on-year, driven by energy and commodity costs. However, consumer inflation slowed to 1.0 percent, reflecting weak domestic demand. Manufacturers face rising costs but struggle to pass them onto consumers. This uneven recovery highlights export strength against domestic economic…

ET Most Innovative AI Product Awards 2026: India’s biggest AI opportunity may not be in its biggest cities

ET Most Innovative AI Product Awards 2026 recognise AI products that are making a measurable impact across the country. With AI adoption growing outside metro markets, the AI in Bharat & Inclusive Innovation category recognises AI products that are solving real problems with accessibility, regional language support and practical business applications for India’s next set…