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Indian equity markets are bracing for a pivotal week marked by a high-stakes U.S. trade policy deadline, key corporate earnings releases, and volatile foreign capital flows. The expiration of the 90-day suspension of additional U.S. tariffs on Indian goods looms on July 9, potentially triggering a 26% import duty unless negotiations yield a reprieve. Market sentiment will also be shaped by Q1 results from sectoral bellwethers like TCS and Avenue Supermarts, movements in Brent crude prices, rupee-dollar trends, and the release of U.S. Federal Reserve policy minutes.

Pharmaceutical giant Lupin Ltd has announced the launch of its Ipratropium Bromide nasal spray in the U.S. market, offering two strengths—0.03% and 0.06%—to treat runny nose symptoms linked to allergic and nonallergic rhinitis as well as the common cold. The formulations are bioequivalent to Boehringer Ingelheim’s Atrovent nasal spray, which reported annual sales of approximately USD 63 million as of May 2025.

The U.S. labor market posted steady gains in June, with 147,000 new jobs added and the unemployment rate dipping unexpectedly to 4.1%. The data reflects a labor economy that remains resilient despite tightening financial conditions and elevated borrowing costs. While job creation remained moderate and wage growth softened, the overall employment landscape signaled strength—enough to make the Federal Reserve more cautious about early interest rate cuts.

In a recent high-level meeting with industry stakeholders and export bodies, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal called for a renewed focus on strengthening domestic manufacturing, reducing import reliance, and diversifying supply chains. As India navigates a challenging global trade environment, Goyal emphasized the importance of leveraging Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), reforming special economic zones (SEZs), and identifying alternative sources for critical imports like rare earth magnets.

On Thursday, astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla marked a significant moment in India’s space journey as he and the Axiom-4 crew docked at the International Space Station (ISS). Describing the experience as both exhilarating and challenging, Shukla expressed his pride in representing India in this historic mission, 41 years after the legendary flight of Rakesh Sharma. The Axiom-4 crew, aboard the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, is set to conduct over 60 scientific experiments during their two-week stay, with a focus on cancer research, DNA repair, and advanced manufacturing.

A team of Indian negotiators is currently in the United States for critical discussions aimed at securing a “mini trade deal” before the looming deadline of July 8, 2025. The stakes are high, with two primary points of contention — the entry of genetically modified (GM) crops and cow milk into India, alongside the contentious issue of reciprocal tariffs imposed by the U.S.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has unveiled his latest commercial venture—Trump Mobile—with the launch of the T1 Phone, a gold-colored handset paired with a wireless service titled “The 47 Plan.” Priced at $499 with a monthly service fee of $47.45, the device has ignited a flurry of online reactions, ranging from satire to skepticism. While the Trump brand hopes to capitalize on patriotic appeal and political branding, critics question its utility, business structure, and underlying motives.

In a significant development within India’s banking and investment landscape, U.S.-based private equity giant Carlyle Group has pared down its stake in Yes Bank by 2.6% via open market transactions, securing Rs. 1,774.89 crore. This divestment comes on the heels of an even larger strategic realignment — a landmark Rs. 13,483 crore investment by Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), which is set to become Yes Bank’s single-largest shareholder.

A U.S. federal trade court has halted former President Donald Trump's attempt to impose sweeping new tariffs, rejecting the administration’s justification that the measures supported a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. The administration claimed the duties were instrumental in de-escalating military tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. However, the court ruled Trump had overstepped his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

At Google I/O 2025, the tech titan unveiled its most significant leap yet into autonomous artificial intelligence: AI Mode. This feature, building on the AI Overviews introduced in 2024, promises to fundamentally transform how users search, shop, and interact with digital content. Key innovations include Agentic AI, real-time visual search, and autonomous e-commerce transactions. With Gemini 2.5 at its core, AI Mode marks a decisive pivot from traditional keyword-based SEO strategies to a conversational, generative model.