Economy

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Moody’s Ratings has raised India’s FY27 GDP growth forecast from 6% to 7%, citing resilient domestic demand and investment while warning of oil and inflation risks.

The Bank of Japan has raised its policy rate from 1% to 1.25%, the highest level in 31 years, as inflation and energy-price risks push Japan further away from ultra-low interest rates.

Punjab has approved an 8% Dearness Allowance increase for government employees and pensioners. The two 4% installments will take the DA rate to 50%.

Gold prices remain volatile after the US Federal Reserve’s rate hike. Check September 17 rates for 24K and 22K gold and silver across Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru and Hyderabad.

The EPFO wage ceiling has risen from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 from September 17, bringing more than 51 lakh additional employees under mandatory coverage. Here is what it could mean for PF, pension and take-home salary.

The US Congress has approved sweeping Russia sanctions legislation that could allow tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian energy. India is among the countries potentially affected, although no automatic 100% tariff has taken effect.

India’s merchandise exports rose to $43.81 billion in August while the goods trade deficit narrowed sharply from July. Here is what the numbers mean for the rupee, inflation, jobs and gold.

The government has barred banks and payment-system providers from charging for UPI transactions up to ₹2,000. But that does not mean every payment above ₹2,000 will now attract a fee.