Fiscal Policy – SRK Analytics

Treasury Secretary Declares End of the K-Shaped Economy Amid Debate Over Wealth Gap

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has declared the end of the "K-shaped" economy, asserting that the post-pandemic economic divide between wealthy and low-income Americans has effectively closed. Speaking at a…

Prasenjit Bhowmik August 6, 2026

Economy

The Hidden Strain: Why the Calm in the U.S. Treasury Market May Be Deceptive

Uncover the hidden risks in the US Treasury market as unprecedented government debt surges despite a deceptively calm bond market.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 19, 2026

Economy

Voter Sentiment Shifts as Economic Policies Face Reality Test

In the wake of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, American voters are expressing deep divisions over President Donald Trump's economic policies, with a recent Wall Street Journal report revealing fluctuating…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 11, 2026

Economy

ADB Adjusts India’s Growth Forecast Amid Energy Market Volatility

Discover why the ADB lowered India's 2026 growth forecast to 6.6% due to global energy market volatility and what it means for the economy.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 9, 2026

Business Insights

ADB Downgrades India’s FY27 Growth Forecast Amid Energy Price Volatility

ADB lowers India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.6% due to persistent inflation and rising global energy costs.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 9, 2026

Economy

GST at Nine: The Next Phase of India’s Indirect Tax Evolution

Explore how India's GST is evolving past its ninth year, focusing on reforms to streamline compliance and boost economic efficiency.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 7, 2026

Business Insights

Tesla Implements Strict Weekly Spending Caps on AI Tool Usage

New Fiscal Controls for AI DevelopmentTesla has officially mandated a weekly spending limit of ₹19,000 for staff utilizing artificial intelligence tools, effective July 6. This internal policy shift, implemented across…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 5, 2026

Economy

The 8th Pay Commission Debate: Analyzing the Push for a ₹69,000 Minimum Wage

Explore the 8th Pay Commission debate as unions push for a substantial minimum wage increase to ₹69,000 for central government employees.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 4, 2026

Business Insights

Bank of Baroda Faces Fiscal Headwinds Following ₹5,700 Crore NMC Settlement

Bank of Baroda (BoB) has finalized a significant settlement agreement involving a ₹5,700 crore payout related to the National Multi-Commodity Exchange (NMC) crisis, a move that financial analysts expect will…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 4, 2026

Economy

8th Pay Commission: Odisha and West Bengal Meetings Signal Crucial Phase for Government Employees

The Path Toward Wage RevisionThe 8th Central Pay Commission has entered a critical consultative phase this week, with government representatives convening high-level stakeholder meetings in Odisha and West Bengal to…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 3, 2026