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Trump Warns: India May Face 20–25% Tariffs as Trade Deal Hangs in Balance
Also, learn 5 Key Shifts in the Upper Class Over 20 Years.

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India’s third-largest refinery, Nayara Energy a firm backed by Russia's Rosneft is facing mounting disruptions after EU sanctions cut off key shipping charters and strained fuel exports. Three tankers loaded with refined products are stranded at sea while vessel owners demand contract terminations. Meanwhile, Microsoft briefly suspended services, triggering legal action and operational chaos underscoring how swiftly sanctions can ripple through global energy infrastructure.
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IMPACT NEWS
🇮🇳 India in Trump’s Tariff Crosshairs Again? A New Trade Equation in the Making

U.S. President Donald Trump has once again stirred global trade conversations, signaling that India’s trade deal is not finalized and hinting at possible higher tariffs on Indian goods if terms aren't renegotiated.
For businesses with exposure to international trade or supply chains, this isn’t just political posturing it’s a potential risk.
📉 What this could mean:
Increased uncertainty for Indian exporters, especially in sectors like pharma, textiles, and IT services.
U.S. firms dependent on Indian imports may need to re-evaluate supply strategies.
Geopolitical friction could delay FDI flows or impact joint ventures.
Yet, this also opens up strategic opportunities:
Accelerate diversification into non-U.S. markets (ASEAN, Middle East, Europe)
Invest in policy advocacy and contingency trade planning
Explore 'Made in India, for the World' narratives to build resilience
As the global trade landscape shifts, Indian businesses must watch not just economic signals but political ones too.
MARKETS
The Indian market showed mild optimism today as the Sensex edged up by 143.91 points to close at 81,481.86 (+0.18%), and the Nifty 50 rose 33.95 points to 24,855.05 (+0.14%). However, Nifty Bank and Midcap 100 slipped slightly, down by 0.13% and 0.07%, respectively indicating a mixed mood among broader market participants. Investors appear cautiously bullish, with key indices holding firm despite minor sectoral pullbacks.
Closing figures as on 30.07.25 (3.30pm IST)
✅ SENSEX | 81,481.86 | +0.18% |
✅ NIFTY 50 | 24,855.05 | +0.14% |
🔻 NIFTY BANK | 56,150.70 | -0.13% |
🔻 NIFTY Midcap 100 | 57,942.25 | -0.07% |
🔻 NIFTY Smallcap 100 | 18,156.85 | -0.52% |

🔎 In Focus
Stock Performance:
Top Gainers
✅ Larsen & Toubro Surged nearly +5% after Q1 earnings beat expectations with a 30% profit jump and 33% growth in order inflow.
✅ Sun Pharma Gained +1.3% riding on defensive sector strength and positive pharma sentiment amid market uncertainty.
✅ NTPC Up +1.3% with stable fundamentals and consistent investor interest in power PSUs during infrastructure-led optimism.
✅ Maruti Suzuki Rose +1.2% on upbeat festive demand expectations and favorable input cost outlook driving positive momentum.
Top Losers
🔻 Tata Motors Dropped -4% after news broke of a potential $4.5B acquisition of Iveco, sparking investor concerns over debt and deal risk.
🔻 Hero MotoCorp Fell -1.7% amid light profit booking and no major news; technical resistance levels likely triggered mild correction.
🔻 Power Grid Corp Slipped -1.4% after posting a 2.5% YoY drop in Q1 profit, disappointing investors despite steady sector expectations.
🔻 Bajaj Auto Down -1% with no headline trigger - largely driven by sector-wide cooling and post-rally consolidation.
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INDIA FRONTIER
Everything else you need to know today

💰 Inflow: India is banking big on foreign capital appointing merchant bankers to raise ₹20,000 crore via QIPs in five state-run banks. It’s a bold step to boost public bank efficiency and global investor trust.
⚡ Takeover: Schneider Electric is buying out the remaining 35% stake in its Indian JV for $6.4 billion. Full ownership means faster decisions and bigger bets on India as a global hub.
🚀 Surge: NSDL’s ₹4,012 crore IPO got fully booked within hours, fueled by strong demand and a 16% grey market premium. A bullish sign for India’s capital market boom.
🌐 Reform: India unveils a fresh push to attract more foreign investment by streamlining FDI rules and easing compliance. The goal? Hit $100 billion in annual inflows and lead Asia’s investment race.
SPECIAL
🚀 Jio's ₹52,000 Cr IPO: Mukesh Ambani’s Boldest Market Play Yet

India’s IPO scene is heating up but Mukesh Ambani may just be ready to set it on fire. Reports suggest Reliance is preparing to take Jio to the public markets in what could be India’s largest IPO ever, raising over ₹52,000 crore (~$6.2 billion).
Why this matters for founders, investors, and market watchers alike:
📊 Key implications:
Valuation Benchmark: Sets a new bar for Indian tech-telecom startups looking to go public.
Retail Frenzy: With massive brand equity, Jio could attract significant retail investor interest.
Liquidity Surge: A deal of this size could shift FII flows and trigger rebalancing across sectors.
But IPOs of this scale also come with risks:
Market timing will be key, especially with global volatility and rising interest rates.
Sustained profitability and competitive edge must remain clear post-listing.
THE HANOOMAAN INSTITUTE
🧠 The Quiet Evolution of the Upper Class: 5 Shifts in 20 Years You Shouldn’t Ignore

The upper class of today looks very different from that of 20 years ago - not just in wealth, but in mindset, methods, and lifestyle.
5 game-changing shifts that define the new elite:
1. Digital Assets > Physical Assets: Wealth isn’t just in land and gold it’s in stocks, startups, intellectual property, and crypto wallets. Ownership now lives in the cloud.
2. Privacy is the New Flex: While the 2000s elite flaunted, today’s wealthy hide in plain sight. No flashy cars, no branded overload just clean caps, spreadsheets, and private Slack groups.
3. Information Arbitrage: The internet leveled the field, but the truly wealthy now pay for exclusive access think masterminds, private equity rooms, and niche networks.
4. Longevity is a Priority: From biohacking to personalized wellness routines, the upper class now invests heavily in living better, not just richer.
5. Decentralized Income: Passive, remote, global the new rich earn from code, content, and capital, not cubicles.
🚀 If you're building a startup, career, or investment portfolio study how the top 1% evolved. It’s not about copying it’s about adapting early.
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