India’s services growth slows to five-month low in October as export demand softens
  • 06 Nov 2025 06:01 PM
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Car and two-wheeler loans surge after GST cuts, truck financing lags
  • 06 Nov 2025 05:53 PM
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Car and two-wheeler loans surge after GST cuts, truck financing lags

Source: https://www.livemint.com/industry/banking/road-divergence-car-loans-race-ahead-post-gst-cuts-but-cv-stuck-in-slow-lane-11762343002009.html

After months of muted demand, auto loans appear to have hit the fast lane.

The recent reduction in the goods and services tax (GST) rates on select vehicles to 18% from 28% has revived retail sentiment, sparking an uptick in passenger vehicle sales and demand for loans to finance them, four lenders said.

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Mint Quick Edit | India’s factory surge shows that GST rate cuts may be paying off
  • 05 Nov 2025 06:06 PM
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Mint Quick Edit | India’s factory surge shows that GST rate cuts may be paying off

Source: https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/india-factory-gst-rate-cuts-manufacturing-data-trade-tariffs-11762186822761.html

India’s latest manufacturing data shows the sector gaining momentum, a sign that GST cuts have stoked demand and production. Amid global trade headwinds, can this upswing withstand external shocks?

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Blue Star Q2 Results: Firm posts just 3% growth in profit to ₹99 crore amid low room AC demand
  • 05 Nov 2025 06:22 PM

Blue Star Q2 Results: Firm posts just 3% growth in profit to ₹99 crore amid low room AC demand

Source: https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/blue-star-q2-results-firm-posts-just-3-growth-in-profit-to-rs-99-crore-amid-low-room-ac-demand-11762342776146.html

During the quarter ended September 30, 2025, Blue Star's revenue from operations increased by 6.4% to ₹2,422.37 crores, up from ₹2,275.96 crores in the same period last year.

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Tractors boost Mahindra’s quarterly earnings even as SUV momentum slows
  • 05 Nov 2025 06:12 PM

Tractors boost Mahindra’s quarterly earnings even as SUV momentum slows

Source: https://www.livemint.com/auto-news/mahindra-results-tractor-sales-suv-gst-cuts-ev-earnings-profit-revenue-india-auto-sector-anish-shah-hyundai-motor-india-11762254953435.html

Mahindra's consolidated net profit rose 13% to ₹3,955 crore, while revenue increased 22% to ₹46,106 crore in the three months through September. The revenue growth was led by a 32% surge in sales of tractors to 123,000 units during the period, while SUV sales rose 13% to 261,703 units.

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Tax cuts, rate cuts, and a consumption boom: SBI dials up credit growth outlook
  • 05 Nov 2025 06:16 PM

Tax cuts, rate cuts, and a consumption boom: SBI dials up credit growth outlook

Source: https://www.livemint.com/industry/banking/tax-cuts-rbi-rate-cut-consumption-boom-sbi-dials-up-credit-growth-outlook-11762260429896.html

A gathering consumption wave is expected to lift credit growth beyond previous projections, India's largest lender State Bank of India said, as the combined effect of tax and interest rate cuts ripples through the economy.

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Maruti bets on small-car boom after GST 2.0. But will it sustain?
  • 03 Nov 2025 06:33 PM

Maruti bets on small-car boom after GST 2.0. But will it sustain?

Source: https://www.livemint.com/market/mark-to-market/maruti-suzuki-small-car-sales-surge-gst-tax-cuts-11762077566644.html

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd’s latest management commentary has spurred hopes of brighter days after the September quarter (Q2FY26).

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Mint Quick Edit | Tax relief has sped up auto sales but can October’s momentum last?
  • 03 Nov 2025 06:37 PM

Mint Quick Edit | Tax relief has sped up auto sales but can October’s momentum last?

Source: https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/october-car-sales-record-india-gst-rate-cut-impact-auto-industry-passenger-vehicle-sales-2025-automobile-sector-festive-11762084126259.html

India’s GST rate cuts have sent car sales zooming to record highs, hinting at a revival in market demand that’s more than a festive season blip. Overall GST collection data looks strong too. But is it too early to celebrate?

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India’s manufacturing rebounds in October as GST relief, tech push lift demand
  • 03 Nov 2025 06:41 PM

India’s manufacturing rebounds in October as GST relief, tech push lift demand

Source: https://www.livemint.com/economy/hsbc-india-manufacturing-purchasing-managers-index-manufacturing-sector-gst-relief-measures-retail-inflation-new-orders-11762147726179.html

The PMI rose to 59.2, indicating expansion, though external sales grew slowly. Manufacturers remain optimistic about future demand and production amid softening input prices.

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GST reforms spark massive festive shopping spree, sales hit ₹6 trillion as consumer spending jumps 8.5%
  • 03 Nov 2025 06:44 PM

GST reforms spark massive festive shopping spree, sales hit ₹6 trillion as consumer spending jumps 8.5%

Source: https://www.livemint.com/economy/gst-reforms-spark-massive-festive-shopping-spree-sales-hit-rs-6-trillion-as-consumer-spending-jumps-85-11762149984517.html

GST reforms have boosted consumer spending during the festive season, with an 8.5% increase in sales compared to last year, amounting to ₹6 trillion. Major tax cuts led to increased demand for cars, kitchenware, and other goods, though some businesses faced supply chain disruptions.

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