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Washington, D.C. – Today, the Trump administration sent a notice to Congress of its intent to sign an updated trade agreement between the United States, Mexico and possibly Canada. “The Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) strongly supports a trilateral agreement to modernize the way trade is conducted in North America. We urge the three governments to quickly conclude talks …
The expectation was balanced between rate pause and 25 bps rate hike, and MPC preference went in favour of rate hike, to have better grip on sticky inflation and to arrest INR weakness beyond 69. RBI is seen to have weighed on external cues largely from Brent Crude resilience at lower end of $70-80, USD …
“With the GDPR deadline of 25 May 2018 knocking at the door, we are going through an interesting phase. It is a phase of panic, last minute preparations, double checking of steps taken and, for some, a continuing attitude of denial. Most business houses are frantically trying to put their house in order to be …
Washington. D.C. – Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) president Philip K. Bell issued the following statement in response to the president’s State of the Union Address to the Nation: “Tonight President Trump gave an inspiring speech outlining his vision for our Country. The SMA shares the President’s goal of growing our economy by investing in and …
Washington, D.C. – Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) president Philip K. Bell commented today on the report released by the G20 Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity: “SMA appreciates the leadership, participation and work of the U.S. government to address global steel overcapacity. This was a long process and the report confirms that there is an …
“The RBI’s acknowledgement of downward shift in the inflation trajectory is welcome. It is also heartening that the RBI has again reiterated its focus on resolution of stressed assets which will help to strengthen the banking system and ensure that investments made are optimally utilised. The SLR cut and reduction in risk weights for housing …
“The RBI has maintained stability in monetary policy with a focus on the medium-term inflation targets being sustainably achieved, while continuing to be supportive of growth. The policy has maintained an accommodative stance while taking into account global developments and domestic economic conditions. With respect to demonetisation, the assessment that this will have only a …
Washington, D.C. – The Steel Manufacturers Association (“SMA”) today released comments on the outcomes of the 2016 elections. SMA President Philip K. Bell stated: “The SMA has a long-standing tradition of operating in a bipartisan manner. We are pleased that this contentious election season is now behind us. We look forward to working with both …
“The decision to keep the policy rate unchanged is in line with market expectations. The articulation of a continued accommodative policy stance is welcome. As stated in its April policy, the RBI has ensured adequate liquidity and brought the liquidity balance closer to neutrality, which is indeed commendable. The favourable monsoons and the momentum in …
In the Budget for 2016-17, the Finance Minister has made a welcome reiteration of the Government’s commitment to uphold fiscal discipline without compromising on capital expenditure. The decision to stick to the fiscal deficit target of 3.5% is commendable and this clears the path for monetary easing, which in turn can have a positive impact …