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Payal Bhattacharya

Data Journalist

Payal is a data journalist with a passion for uncovering stories hidden in numbers. She comes with a Master’s in Economics, and covers the economy, policy, global economy, and the informal sector. She has a strong focus on macroeconomic indicators and enjoys analyzing data to reveal deeper insights. Payal’s aim is to advance in the field, constantly seeing the world through a numerical lens to deliver clear, insightful narratives.

ARTICLES BY PAYAL BHATTACHARYA

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India's manufacturing sector: How it fares against peers

1 min read . 12 May 2025

The continued softening in food prices has kept retail inflation below the RBI's medium-term target of 4% since February. Image: Pixabay

Retail inflation likely eased to 3.2% in April, shows Mint poll

1 min read . 12 May 2025

The last time India performed better than this was exactly a year ago, in March 2024, when eight indicators were in green and three in red. (Bloomberg)

Indian economy posted its best performance in a year in March: Mint tracker

2 min read . 10 May 2025

April figures, which reflect transactions that took place in March, are boosted by higher year-end economic activity as well as reconciliation and compliance processes.

Why ‘record’ gross GST collections in April don’t tell the full story

3 min read . 07 May 2025

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How India emerged top EM again despite risks

1 min read . 30 Apr 2025

India would be seen as a safe haven in certain terms among EMs and Asian economies. (Image: Pixabay)

India won the EM race again in FY25. Will it become a safe haven too?

4 min read . 29 Apr 2025

Since Trump’s return to office on 20 January, the dollar index has fallen nearly 9%, its worst performance in the first 100 days of any presidency since the Nixon era. Photo: AP

Global news wrap: 100 days of Trump, monetary polices, Pope’s passing

4 min read . 28 Apr 2025

India’s IT sector is feeling the strain, the IMF has trimmed India’s growth forecast, and gold prices hit a record high. (Image: Pixabay)

The week in charts: IT earnings, growth forecast, gold prices

3 min read . 26 Apr 2025

Over 50 million cases are pending in courts, and a significant portion of these cases has been stuck for more than five years. (Image: Pixabay)

In charts: What is jamming the wheels of justice?

4 min read . 15 Apr 2025

India’s unemployment rate for those aged 15 and above rose slightly to 3.2% in 2024 from 3% in the previous year, according to the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey. File photo: Sanchit Khanna/Hindustan Times

The week in charts: RBI cuts growth forecast, unemployment rises, tariffs paused

4 min read . 12 Apr 2025

If the government wants to put India on the track of innovation, a huge shift will be needed towards R&D spending. (Image: Pixabay)

Data dive: Have startups really missed the innovation bus?

3 min read . 07 Apr 2025

The recovery in India's economic performance in February was led mainly by tractor sales and Purchasing Managers’ Index.

India's economy strengthened in Feb, but external weakness a worry: Mint tracker

1 min read . 06 Apr 2025

President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi shake hands as they attend a joint press conference at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 13, 2025. The US has imposed a 27% reciprocal tariff on Indian goods. (File Photo: Reuters)

In charts: How exposed is India to Trump's reciprocal tariffs?

4 min read . 03 Apr 2025

US President Donald Trump may be softening his stance on imposing reciprocal tariffs, but analysts fear this could lead to further uncertainty. (AP)

Global news wrap: Tariff tango, slowdown fears, monetary policies

4 min read . 25 Mar 2025

The Centre has collected ₹21.26 trillion in net direct taxes until 16 March this financial year.

The week in charts: Tax share, oil diplomacy, IndusInd Bank sell-off

3 min read . 22 Mar 2025

The government does not want the rupee to depreciate too much. (Image: Pixabay)

Rupee has put RBI between a rock and a hard place

4 min read . 19 Mar 2025

Coconut oil recorded as much as 54.48% inflation . (Image: Pixabay)

Inflation eases in Feb, but one-fifth of items still record steep price rises

2 min read . 12 Mar 2025

A dynamic, balanced and engaged board is crucial for PSUs navigating today’s complex corporate landscape and setting examples of good governance practices. (Image: Pixabay)

Balancing the boardroom: How size, experience, and tenure shape PSU governance

2 min read . 12 Mar 2025

The US has consistently been India’s biggest trade partner, with a 17.7% share in its total exports in FY24. (Pixabay)

In charts: What reciprocal tariff threat could mean for Indian goods

3 min read . 07 Mar 2025

The momentum in passenger car sales and composite PMI declined in January. (Image: Pixabay)

Indian economy weakens in January as passenger vehicle sales, PMI lose momentum

1 min read . 05 Mar 2025