Tax cuts, rate cuts, and a consumption boom: SBI dials up credit growth outlook
  • 05 Nov 2025 06:16 PM
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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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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
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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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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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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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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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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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Reimagining GST registration through Agentic AI framework
  • 01 Nov 2025 04:38 PM

Reimagining GST registration through Agentic AI framework

Source: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/gst/reimagining-gst-registration-through-agentic-ai-framework/articleshow/124596190.cms

Every day, two narratives emerge on India’s GST (goods and services tax) registration portal. The first belongs to Rajesh, a small manufacturer in Pune, who spends three days downloading a utility bill copy from online portals, locating, and scanning his rent agreement, compiling identification documents, and finally uploading them on the GST registration portal

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Indian MSMEs defy Trump tariff headwinds, sectoral indices stay in growth zone: Report
  • 28 Oct 2025 05:40 PM

Indian MSMEs defy Trump tariff headwinds, sectoral indices stay in growth zone: Report

Source: https://www.livemint.com/industry/indian-msmes-defy-trump-tariff-headwinds-sectoral-indices-stay-in-growth-zone-report-11761637595955.html

The MSME sector demonstrated strong growth during the July-September quarter. While external challenges such as Trump tariffs moderated optimism, the outlook remains positive, fueled by government measures and anticipated domestic demand during the festive season.

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