The Global Economic Landscape – 18th October 2025 reveals India’s sharp disinflation, a dovish RBI outlook, resilient US manufacturing, and slowing growth in China, Japan, and Europe. Explore key trends, inflation insights, and market strategies shaping the weeks ahead.

The global economic landscape and investor strategy are at a crossroads. While the US services sector cools—hinting at a Fed pivot and strengthening bonds and gold—Asia’s resilience, led by India’s consumption and China’s factory recovery, demands a strategic shift toward emerging market equities.

The RBI has announced its latest Monetary Policy, holding the Repo Rate at 5.50%. Read our deep dive to understand the full implications of this crucial ‘dovish pause’ on your entire financial life: from why your stocks are rising to when your floating-rate home loan EMIs might finally fall.

The recent market environment has been unsettling for many investors. With global headlines driving sharp market reactions, it’s natural to feel anxious and question whether to take action. But in times like these, maintaining discipline often proves more rewarding than reacting impulsively. On April 2nd, the U.S. administration announced a fresh round of tariffs, prompting…