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February 20, 2026
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IEEPA authority invalidated - certain IEEPA based tariffs now refundable to importers who directly paid them.
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Presidential emergency powers limited: IEEPA cannot be used to impose broad import tariffs, leaving refund questions open.
The Supreme Court concluded that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not authorize the president to impose broad import tariffs, stressing that authority to levy taxes and tariffs rests with Congress and that longstanding practice shows such power has not been exercised under IEEPA. The opinion invalidates tariffs enacted under emergency proclamations while leaving untouched tariffs based on other statutory grounds, and it leaves unresolved whether and how refunds should be returned to importers who paid the challenged levies.
February 20, 2026
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Presidential emergency tariff power invalidated, forcing alternative legal routes and prolonging trade and political uncertainty.
The Court held the president lacked authority to declare an economic emergency and impose sweeping import tariffs, removing an executive legal basis for those tariffs and forcing the administration to pursue alternative statutory mechanisms, which will prolong legal and political debate over trade policy.
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The President exceeded statutory authority by invoking IEEPA to impose broad import tariffs, nullifying core emergency based levies. Affected measures include the wide ranging "Liberation Day" tariffs, trafficking justified duties on Canada, Mexico and China, Brazil linked duties, and India related levies tied to Russian oil purchases. The decision removes the IEEPA route for economy wide tariffs but leaves intact sectoral and statute specific tools that continue to impose tariffs on selected industries and products.
February 20, 2026
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IEEPA authority struck down; partners unlikely to abandon recent tariff deals, administration to rely on other statutes.
The Supreme Court invalidated reliance on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose broad tariffs, finding IEEPA does not authorize such duties. Observers anticipate the Administration will instead invoke clear congressional tariff statutes and that trading partners who made recent deals are unlikely to withdraw them, having expected alternative statutory mechanisms to keep tariffs in place.
February 20, 2026
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Emergency-powers tariff invalidation restores trade predictability for exporters, but sectoral steel and aluminium duties remain in force.
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Tariff authority options: multiple statutory pathways remain for imposing import duties despite limits on emergency powers.
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February 20, 2026
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IEEPA authority questioned as tariffs ruled unauthorized; dissent stresses tariffs' foreign affairs leverage, including India example.
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February 20, 2026
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Trade deals improve market access and spur investor confidence, supporting growth and fiscal consolidation momentum.
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February 20, 2026
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Emergency powers limits curb broad presidential tariffs, invalidating sweeping reciprocal trade measures and reshaping trade policy authority.
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February 20, 2026
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February 20, 2026
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February 20, 2026
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February 20, 2026
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Supply chain security for critical minerals and AI strengthened as partners commit to trusted, diversified industrial cooperation.
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February 20, 2026
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Production Linked Incentive scheme links incentives to incremental domestic production, deepening localisation and strengthening manufacturing competitiveness.
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Interim India-US trade agreement likely operationalised in April after legal-text finalisation meeting, with related FTAs scheduled for implementation.
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Axis Max Life Reports 20% YoY Growth in Individual Adjusted First Year Premium in 9M FY'26; VNB Increases by 30% YoY

February 17, 2026

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Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India (NewsVoir) 9-Months Financial Year 2026 (“9M FY’26”) Highlights: • Max Financial Services Limited reports 18% growth in consolidated revenue excluding investment income • Axis Max Life continues outperforming private industry; Private market share increases by 53 bps to 9.8% • Individual Adjusted First Year Premium at ₹6,396 crores, grew 20% YoY • Gross Written Premium: ₹25,195 crores, up 18% Year-on-Year (YoY) • Measure of profitability – Value of New Business (VNB) at ₹1,633 crores with a YoY growth of 30% • New business margin improved to 23.6%; Total APE growth of 21% achieved • Embedded Value at ₹28,110 crores, grew 16% with an Operating RoEV of 16.9% • Individual New Business Sum Assured grew by 41% • Assets Under Management (AUM) at ₹1.93 lakh crores, up by 12% YoY Max Financial Services Limited has recorded consolidated revenue excluding investment income at ₹24,625 crores, growing 18% year-on-year in 9M FY’26. The consolidated revenue including investment income stands at ₹36,891 crores and consolidated Profit after Tax (PAT) at ₹137 crores in 9M FY’26. Continuing to outpace the private life insurance industry in 9M FY’26, Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Limited (“Axis Max Life” / “Company”), has reported new business growth (Individual Adjusted First Year Premium) of 20% in 9M FY’26, reaching ₹6,396 crores. This has resulted in a private market share gain of 53 basis points (bps) to 9.8%. As one of the fastest growing life insurers, Axis Max Life has delivered a 21% YoY Annualized Premium Equivalent (APE) growth in the first nine months of the fiscal. This strong performance was driven by secular growth in its proprietary channels and the scaling up of new partnerships established over the past few years. In the fiscal, Axis Max Life has secured 51 new business partnerships including 24 Group and 27 Retail partnerships. Further, in 9M FY’26, Axis Max Life’s individual renewal premium grew by 17% to ₹15,551 crores, taking the Gross Written Premium to ₹25,195 crores, an 18% YoY increase. Additionally, the Company has reported New Business Margins of 23.6% in 9M FY’26 up from 21.9% during the same period last year. The Value of New Business, a measure of profitability, experienced a YoY growth of 30%, aided by improvements in product mix. Axis Max Life led the industry in Retail protection sales and has maintained leadership in the online market, in both protection and savings categories. Sumit Madan, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Axis Max Life, said, "Axis Max Life’s 9M FY’26 performance reflects the strength of a well-defined strategy executed with discipline and consistency. We delivered sustained double-digit growth outpacing the private life insurance industry, emerging as the fastest-growing player among the top ten insurers and achieving the highest market share gains in the sector. This growth is driven by the strength of our Individual Adjusted First Year Premium and Value of New Business, supported by broad-based expansion across proprietary channels. Our Agency vertical remains the industry’s fastest-growing, with continued momentum across our strategic partnership businesses. As we scale, our commitment to delivering value to investors and customers remains steadfast. We are sharpening our competitive edge by focusing on elevating the customer experience through continuous digital innovation. This remains the primary engine driving our long-term growth and market leadership.” Key Financial Summary of Axis Max Life: ₹ Crores 9M FY’26 9M FY’25 YoY Financial performance Summary Individual Adjusted FYP 6,396 5,352 20% Total APE 6,908 5,731 21% Renewal Premium 15,551 13,269 17% Gross Written Premium 25,195 21,360 18% Number of Policies (000's) 638 540 18% Individual New business Sum Assured 3,67,679 2,59,925 41% Assets Under Management 1,92,688 1,71,705 12% Embedded Value 28,110 24,129 16% RoEV 16.9% 17.3% -40 bps New Business Margins 23.6% 21.9% 175 bps Value of new business 1,633 1,255 30% Solvency 201% 196% 500 bps About Max Financial Services Limited (https://maxfinancialservices.com) Max Financial Services Limited (MFSL) is part of India’s leading business conglomerate - the Max Group. Focused on Life Insurance, MFSL owns and actively manages an ~81% majority stake in Axis Max Life. MFSL is listed on the NSE and BSE. Besides a ~1.25% holding by Analjit Singh and sponsor family, some of the other group shareholders include MSI, Capital Group, Vanguard, Polar, Pictet, Jupiter, Blackrock, Kuwait Investment Authority, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Franklin Templeton, Pioneer, JP Morgan, Norges Bank, Principal Funds, BNP Paribas, Canada Pension Fund, MIT, Asset Management Companies - HDFC, Nippon, ICICI Prudential, DSP, SBI, Kotak, Aditya Birla Sun Life, Mirae, UTI, Canara Robeco, Invesco, HSBC, Whiteoak, Edelweiss, TATA, Bandhan, Abakkus and PGIM, and Private Life Insurance Companies – HDFC, SBI, TATA AIA, Kotak, ICICI Pru, Bajaj Allianz, Canara HSBC and Aditya Birla Sun Life. Company Information Number - L24223PB1988PLC008031 About Axis Max Life Insurance Limited (https://www.axismaxlife.com) Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Ltd., is a Joint Venture between Max Financial Services Limited (“MFSL”) and Axis Bank Limited. Axis Max Life offers comprehensive protection and long-term savings life insurance solutions through its multi-channel distribution, including agency and third-party distribution partners. It has built its operations over two decades through a need-based sales process, a customer-centric approach to engagement and service delivery and trained human capital. As per annual audited financials for FY2024-25, Axis Max Life has achieved a gross written premium of INR 33,223 Cr. IRDAI Registration. No – 104 Company Information Number - U74899PB2000PLC045626 Disclaimer This document has been prepared by Max Financial Services Limited (the “Company”) solely for the announcement of the Company’s financial results. This document contains certain forward-looking statements relating to the Company that are based on the beliefs of the Company’s management as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to the Company’s management. These forward-looking statements are, by their nature, subject to significant risks and uncertainties. When used in this document, the words “anticipate”, “believe”, “could”, “estimate”, “expect”, “going forward”, “intend”, “may”, “ought” and similar expressions, as they relate to the Company or the Company’s management, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements reflect the Company’s views as of the date of the Presentation with respect to future events and are not a guarantee of future performance or developments. You are strongly cautioned that reliance on any forward-looking statements involves known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Actual results and events may differ materially from information contained in the forward-looking statements. The Company assumes no obligation to update or otherwise revise these forward-looking statements for new information, events or circumstances that occur subsequent to the date of the Presentation. No representation or warranty expressed or implied is made as to, and no reliance should be placed on, the fairness, accuracy, completeness or correctness of the information or opinions contained herein. The information and opinions contained herein are subject to change without notice. None of Company or any of its directors, officers, employees, agents or advisers, or any of their respective affiliates, advisers or representatives, undertake to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise and none of them shall have any liability (in negligence or otherwise) for any loss howsoever arising from any use of this presentation or its contents or otherwise arising in connection with this presentation. This document does not constitute or form part of, and should not be construed as, an offer to sell or issue or the solicitation of an offer to buy or acquire securities of the Company or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates in any jurisdiction or an inducement to enter into investment activity. No part of this document, nor the fact of its distribution, shall form the basis of or be relied upon in connection with any contract or commitment whatsoever. The information herein is given to you solely for your own use and information, and no part of this document may be copied or reproduced, or redistributed or passed on, directly or indirectly, to any other person in any manner or published, in whole or in part, for any purpose. Axis Max Life Insurance Limited (formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Limited) is a Joint Venture between Max Financial Services Limited ("MFSL") and Axis Bank Limited. Corporate Office: 11th Floor, DLF Square Building, Jacaranda Marg, DLF City Phase II, Gurugram (Haryana) - 122 002. For more details on risk factors, Terms and Conditions please read the prospectus carefully before concluding a sale. You may be entitled to certain applicable tax benefits on your premiums and policy benefits. Please note all the tax benefits are subject to tax laws prevailing at the time of payment of premium or receipt of benefits by you. Tax benefits are subject to changes in tax laws. You can call us on our Customer Helpline No. 1860 120 5577. Website: https://www.axismaxlife.com IRDAI Registration. No – 104 CIN number (U74899PB2000PLC045626) (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Newsvoir and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.). PTI

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