India is aggressively pursuing critical minerals for its energy transition. The National Critical Mineral Mission is central to this effort. Khanij Bidesh India Limited is negotiating deals in Zambia and Chile. This follows lithium block acquisitions in Argentina. India has MoUs with Japan, Peru, Australia, and the UAE. Domestic reforms and incentives are also in place. Post navigation US retail sales rise despite Trump tariffs: August growth beats estimates; consumer spending cushions economy US markets today: Wall Street holds near records ahead of Fed meeting; retail data and corporate results influence trading
