China vows to retaliate against US as Trump’s fentanyl tariffs loom
Reuters

Sensex Slips 112 Points, Nifty Logs Worst Losing Streak in 5 Years
The Economic Times
Effect: Prolonged market declines erode investor wealth, dampen consumer sentiment, and slow economic growth as household spending weakens.

FIIs Sell ₹6,287 Crore in Largest Single-Day Outflow Since November
The Financial Express
Effect: Massive foreign outflows weaken the rupee, increase capital costs, and pressure India’s balance of payments, threatening economic stability.

Rupee Recovers to 87.36 Amid Regional Currency Strength
Moneycontrol
Effect: A slight rupee recovery eases import cost pressures, but persistent volatility could still fuel inflation and economic uncertainty.

Trump’s Tariff Threats Post-Inauguration Spark Trade War Fears
Live Mint
Effect: Potential U.S. tariffs could shrink India’s export markets (e.g., IT, textiles), reducing GDP growth and hitting stock valuations in export-heavy sectors.

Manufacturing PMI Steady, But U.S. Factory Price Jump Signals Inflation Risk
Hindustan Times
Effect: Stable manufacturing offers some economic resilience, but global inflation pressures could raise input costs, squeezing Indian industries.

China Vows Retaliation to U.S. Tariffs, Escalating Global Trade Tensions
Hindustan Times
Effect: A U.S.-China trade war could divert trade flows, offering India opportunities but also intensifying competition, challenging export growth.

Oil Prices Fall 2% to 12-Week Low as OPEC+ Plans Output Hike
Reuters
Effect: Lower oil prices reduce India’s import bill, easing trade deficits and inflation, providing a boost to the economy and market sentiment.

European Tech Firm Eutelsat Soars, Signals Shift from Indian Satcom Reliance
Reuters
Effect: Growing European satcom options could reduce India’s space tech dominance, impacting long-term economic prospects in the sector.

PayPal-Backed Mintoak Strikes $3.5M E-Rupee Deal, Boosts Digital Economy
Reuters India
Effect: Advances in digital currency adoption strengthen India’s fintech ecosystem, supporting economic modernization despite market volatility.

Midcap, Smallcap Indices See Worst Losses Since 2020 Amid Global Uncertainty
The Economic Times
Effect: Sharp declines in midcap and smallcap stocks signal risk aversion, reducing investment in growth firms and slowing economic expansion.