GST, tariffs, and market moves: Manishi Raychaudhuri decodes what investors should watch out for

Indias GST meeting may cut tax slabs on discretionary items, potentially boosting consumption if benefits reach consumers. Global trade tensions, especially U.S. tariffs, pressure exporters, while rising bond yields reflect inflation concerns. Precious metals remain safe-haven favorites amid geopolitical risks, keeping investors cautious yet opportunistic.