BBVA Research report shows global trade remains resilient despite early 2026 tariff reduction and potential new waves ahead.
Tag: April
UK Victims and Courts Act 2026 Begins Phased Commencement After Royal Assent in April 2026
The UK’s Victims and Courts Act 2026 which received Royal Assent in April began its phased commencement with certain provisions on victim rights in the criminal justice system now in force.
India Exports Rose 16 Percent in April-May 2026 to Touch Record $88 Billion Mark
India’s merchandise export data showed a record high of $88.91 billion for April-May 2026-27 driven by growth across manufacturing pharmaceutical and IT sectors.
US Inflation Hits 3.8 Percent in April Its Highest Rate Since 2023 Impacting India
US inflation hit 3.8 percent in April its highest rate since 2023 raising concerns in India about global economic spillover effects and the impact on Indian exports.
US Inflation Rate Was 3.8% in April 2026 — Higher Than When Biden Left Office
Fact-checkers noted the current inflation rate of 3.8% exceeds the 2.9% rate recorded in Biden’s final month despite Trump’s contrary claims.
US Imposes Blockade on Iran’s Ports Since April 17 2026 in Escalation of War
The naval blockade imposed six weeks ago has stranded hundreds of ships and pushed global energy prices higher.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation Retained by BJP in April 2026 Local Body Elections
The ruling party confirmed its dominance across Gujarat’s major urban local bodies in the April polls.
Pinarayi Vijayan’s Left Democratic Front Loses Kerala in Historic Election Defeat
The five-decade grip of India’s Communist Party on Kerala governance came to an end in the April 2026 polls.
Monetary Authority of Singapore Warns Imported Cost Pressures Will Intensify
MAS cautioned that despite easing April inflation cost pressures from overseas will spread further in coming months.
UPI Transactions Cross 20 Billion Mark in April 2026 Setting New Monthly Record
India’s Unified Payments Interface processed more than 20 billion transactions in April 2026, a new all-time monthly high.