New trade data reveals surging exports and strong domestic demand, signaling inflation could creep higher. While the central bank has held rates steady, markets are already pricing in a possible hike by early 2027. For job seekers and exam aspirants, this spells one thing: tighter budgets ahead. Government hiring may slow, and exam timelines could shift as fiscal discipline returns. Keep an eye on Q3 policy announcements; they’ll shape not just markets, but your next career move too.