India's economic growth may moderate in H2FY27, accelerate to 7.2% in FY28: Report
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Thu, 6 August 2026
2 reports- indiatimes.com03:42first to report
India's economic growth will likely moderate in the second half of FY27. Growth may strengthen to around 7.2 per cent in FY28, says ICICI Bank. The Monetary Policy Committee kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent. Most high-frequency indicators point to robust growth in the first quarter. RBI sees risks to both growth and inflation as evenly balanced.
- newkerala.com09:15
ICICI Bank report says India's GDP growth may moderate in H2FY27 on high base, then rise to 7.2% in FY28. RBI keeps repo rate at 5.25%, hints at future hikes.
Mon, 17 August 2026
1 report- indiatimes.com16:37
India's GDP growth forecast stands at seven percent for the April-June quarter, marking a four-quarter low and a slowdown from prior growth rates. The industrial sector is projected to expand by seven point seven percent, with agriculture and services also seeing improvements. Overall growth is expected to moderate, yet nominal GDP growth is set to reach a remarkable four-year high.
Sun, 30 August 2026
1 report- Times of India10:12
India's economy is poised for significant growth in FY27, with forecasts suggesting an expansion between 7 and 7.2 percent. This anticipated surge in economic activity will be driven by strong domestic demand and government investment initiatives. Notably, manufacturing is showing an impressive rebound, although inflation poses a considerable threat by affecting wholesale prices. Meanwhile, challenges in the external sector hint at the need for effective import reduction measures.
Mon, 31 August 2026
5 reports- ianslive.in10:58
New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) Despite global headwinds, India recorded real GDP growth at Rs 81.36 lakh crore in the first quarter of this fiscal (Q1 FY27), against Rs 75.46 lakh crore in Q1 FY 2025-26 -- registering a robust growth rate of 7.8 per cent, government data showed on Monday.
- Times of India11:06
The latest growth figure was also higher than the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) earlier projection of 7 per cent for Q1 FY27. The central bank had estimated quarterly growth at 7 per cent earlier this month, while raising its full-year FY27 growth forecast to 6.7 per cent from 6.6 per cent.
- outlookindia.com11:08
India's economy grew by a stronger-than-expected 7.8 per cent in April-June, its fastest pace in five quarters, before US President Donald Trump imposed tariffs that now cloud the outlook, threatening key exports like textiles.
- Novinky (Czechia)16:09
Indická ekonomika v prvním čtvrtletí aktuálního finančního roku rostla rychleji, než se očekávalo. Reálný hrubý domácí produkt (HDP) meziročně vzrostl o 7,8 procenta, stejně jako v předchozím čtvrtletí, uvedlo v pondělí indické ministerstvo statistiky. Medián odhadů ekonomů v anketě agentury Bloomberg činil 7,3 procenta. Finanční rok v Indii končí 31. března, první finanční čtvrtletí tak pokrývá období od začátku dubna do konce června.
- Times of India21:22
India's economy recorded impressive growth of 7.8% during the April to June quarter, driven by a thriving manufacturing sector and a strong services industry. Domestic demand surged, bolstered by significant increases in investment and exports. Reflecting this positive trend, the government has upgraded growth projections for prior financial years, showcasing the economy's robust resilience in the face of global challenges.
Tue, 1 September 2026
4 reports- Times of India09:25
India's GDP registered a remarkable growth of 7.8 percent in the April-June 2026 quarter. The BJP hailed this achievement as a testament to robust economic governance despite global uncertainties. Meanwhile, the Congress raised questions regarding the tangible benefits of this growth for everyday citizens and farmers. They emphasized apprehensions related to youth employment and wealth disparity, igniting a multifaceted debate on economic priorities and public welfare.
- Times of India10:25
In the first quarter, India showcased impressive economic resilience with a remarkable 7.8% GDP growth. The surge was notably driven by a surge in domestic demand and the services sector. Additionally, investment activity picked up pace, enhancing the overall economic landscape. This achievement stands out amid global geopolitical tensions and market fluctuations, reinforcing India's status as the fastest-growing major economy in the world.
- prokerala.com13:05
India's current account deficit (CAD) stood at $4.2 billion in the April-June quarter (Q1) of the current financial year, holding steady at 0.5 p....
- prokerala.com13:10
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday hailed India as it registered a real GDP growth rate o....
Wed, 2 September 2026
3 reports- businesstoday.in08:44
India GDP growth at 7.8%: The robust growth rate has split economists, kickstarting a debate on whether the government engaged in ‘statistical gymnastics’ to boost the growth rate.
- freepressjournal.in08:44
The government has dismissed former finance secretary Subhash Chandra Garg’s claim that India’s June quarter GDP growth was only 2.6%, calling the calculation statistically invalid. Officials said Garg compared GDP figures from different statistical series, while the revised 2022–23 base-year data showed real GDP growth of 7.8% during the quarter
- South China Morning Post09:34
India’s stronger-than-expected first quarter growth has bolstered analysts’ confidence that it can sustain its momentum through the rest of the financial year and remain the world’s fastest-growing major economy – even as it remains exposed to high oil prices caused by the US-Iran war. The Indian economy grew 7.8 per cent in the April-June quarter, comfortably beating the Reserve Bank of India’s forecast of 7 per cent growth, despite the disruption that the Middle East conflict has caused to...
Thu, 3 September 2026
3 reports- webindia123.com03:29
- Times of India05:24
The State Bank of India has challenged assertions of low nominal GDP growth, asserting that the 2.6% figure arose from inconsistent data comparisons. The bank highlights that the official real GDP growth for Q1 FY27 remains robust at 7.8%. It's common for quarterly GDP figures to be adjusted, and further revisions will continue until the data is finalized.
- Times of India13:23
One of the biggest points of discussion and questioning is the revision to Q1 FY26 GDP at current prices, that is the figures for last year's same quarter numbers. Under the old 2011-12 series, GDP was estimated at Rs 86.05 lakh crore. However, under the new series, it has subsequently been revised to Rs 80 lakh crore.
Fri, 4 September 2026
1 report- deccanchronicle.com18:54
Debate over GDP revisions highlights the need for greater transparency
Tue, 8 September 2026
1 report- The Guardian World06:30
India’s statistical system once commanded respect, and its data on economic and social indicators was considered rigorous – that appears to have eroded • Don’t get This is India delivered to your inbox? Sign up here There isn’t much that we Indians agree on these days. GDP numbers are no exception. Last week, India released glowing GDP numbers for the latest quarter – 7.8% growth – higher than the forecast 7% . It sparked a furore. Subhash Garg, a former finance secretary under Narendra Modi’s...
Fri, 11 September 2026
1 report- Times of India03:42
India's economy showcased remarkable resilience by achieving a robust 7.8 percent GDP growth for the April-June quarter, surpassing forecasts. The strength of the services and export sectors contributed significantly to this success. The International Monetary Fund lauded India's economic achievements and its pivotal role as a global growth driver, also acknowledging improvements in macroeconomic statistics and data quality. This comes amid ongoing evaluations of India's latest GDP figures.
Sun, 20 September 2026
2 reports- thehindubusinessline.com10:32
India's MoSPI to release back-series GDP data for years before FY23 by year-end, addressing methodological improvements and data quality.
- Times of India11:56
India anticipates 6.5-7 percent real GDP growth this fiscal year. Bank credit expansion signals strong economic momentum and business activity. Domestic demand remains firm, evidenced by rising GST and power consumption. Corporate earnings growth is projected to accelerate to seventeen percent. Energy price risks persist, though India diversifies its crude oil sources.
Wed, 23 September 2026
4 reports- prokerala.com03:45
Driven by several positive factors, S&P Global Ratings on Wednesday raised India's GDP growth forecast to 7 per cent for FY27, from 6.6 p....
- bne IntelliNews04:00
India’s economy is expected to expand 6.7% in fiscal 2026-27, the fastest pace among major economies, as resilient domestic demand supports growth despite a challenging global backdrop.
- prokerala.com04:05
Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday revised India's GDP growth forecast for 2026 (FY27) to 7.0 per cent, up 40 basis points (bps) from its ....
- rediff.com09:17
Fitch Ratings has increased India's GDP growth forecast for the current fiscal year (FY'27) to 6.9 per cent, up from 6.4 per cent, attributing the revision to robust economic growth in the June quarter and overall economic resilience. The agency also anticipates the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will raise interest rates by 0.25 per cent in October.
Mon, 28 September 2026
1 report- indiatimes.com22:11
Industrial production rose 8% in Aug as against 4.7% expansion recorded a year ago, on account of robust growth in manufacturing and electricity sectors.
Thu, 1 October 2026
1 report- Times of India07:01
In September, India's manufacturing sector experienced significant progress with rising demand and production levels. The HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index climbed to 55.1, reflecting vibrant business activity. Companies increased their hiring practices at the quickest rate since May, projecting a more positive outlook. Growth in new orders resulted in higher inventories, suggesting expectations of sustained demand, while input costs and selling prices also increased, with...
Fri, 2 October 2026
1 report- equitybulls.com15:15
Karnataka Bank Limited has released its provisional business performance figures for the quarter ended September 30, 2026.
Sun, 4 October 2026
1 report- Times of India23:24
India is expected to achieve close to 8% economic growth, aided by recent reforms and increased investment. The resilience of the economy is attributed to strategies implemented over the past decade and strong domestic demand. Former RBI governor Shaktikanta Das emphasized the significance of the financial sector and external management in supporting growth. Further opportunities are anticipated in the coming years, particularly in AI and infrastructure financing.
Tue, 6 October 2026
1 report- thehindubusinessline.com06:45
World Bank on Tuesday raised India’ growth forecast for current fiscal by 50 basis points to 7.1%.
Wed, 7 October 2026
20 reports- newindianexpress.com04:55RBI raises repo rate by 25 bps to 5.50%; Guv says policy action ahead can only be rate hike or pause
The Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday increased the policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50 per cent, marking the start of a rate-hike cycle as rising infl
- rediff.com05:04
The Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday raised its policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50 per cent, beginning a rate-hike cycle as rising inflation risks, elevated global yields and resilient domestic growth strengthened the case for tighter monetary policy. The decision by the Monetary Policy Committee marks a shift from its August policy, when it kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent and retained a neutral stance while seeking greater clarity on the inflation outlook and...
- indiatimes.com05:11
RBI Repo Rate: The Reserve Bank of India raises the policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50% to combat rising inflation and support domestic growth. Economists predict further tightening ahead, with inflation projected to peak at 5.9%.
- news.az05:12
The central bank also signalled further rate hikes by changing its stance from neutral to calibrated tightening, but Governor Sanjay Malhotra sa...
- digg.com05:18edited after publishing
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India's central bank raises repo rate to 5.5%, its first hike in nearly four years · DiggReuters reports the RBI shifted to "calibrated tightening," though its governor said further hikes depend on inflation and growth.
- livemint.com05:29
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has hiked the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.5%, marking the first increase in over three years, to control rising inflation amid a continuing crisis in West Asia.
- Times of India05:51
In a notable move, the Reserve Bank of India has adjusted the repo rate, increasing it by 25 basis points to 5.50%. This adjustment comes in response to stronger-than-anticipated economic growth alongside rising price pressures. Additionally, the RBI has updated its FY27 GDP growth prediction to 7.1%, indicating optimistic economic performance. Meanwhile, inflation forecasts have been revised upwards, predicting Consumer Price Index inflation to hover around 5.8%.
- newindianexpress.com05:55
NEW DELHI: The Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday raised its projection for India’s real GDP growth in FY27 to 7.1% from its earlier estimate, citing resilient
- livemint.com05:56
RBI MPC meeting October 2026: On Wednesday, RBI Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously increased the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.5%, from 5.25%, as widely expected, marking the RBI’s first rate hike in four years.
- livemint.com06:18
RBI has raised the repo rate by 25 bps to 5.50%, increasing borrowing costs for consumers with floating-rate loans linked to external benchmarks. Home-loan borrowers may see the hike reflected through higher EMIs, longer repayment tenures or both, depending on their lender’s mechanism.
- indiatimes.com06:38
The Reserve Bank of India has unanimously decided to increase the benchmark repo rate by 25 basis points. This decision was made amid rising inflation projections and increasing US bond yields. The bank also revised its economic growth forecast for FY27 to 7.1%, indicating strong economic activity. Inflation is expected to reach an average of 5.2% through FY27, affecting consumer prices.
- rediff.com06:40
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has marginally raised its retail inflation forecast for the current fiscal year (FY27) to 5.2 per cent from 5 per cent, citing increasing price pressures across various commodities. Concurrently, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously decided to hike the key interest rate (repo) by 25 basis points to 5.5 per cent, shifting its stance to 'calibrated tightening'.
- Channel News Asia06:47
In doing so, the RBI has shifted gears to join several central banks around the world who have raised rates to curb price rises or boost their currencies.
- indiatimes.com06:48
The Congress on Wednesday attacked the Centre after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%, saying the move would further increase the financial burden on the public.
- Times of India06:55
Two factors worked to decide MPC’s move: inflationary pressures persist and growth is beating estimates. Hence, a hike in repo rate, while helping keep inflation in check, is unlikely to substantially impact GDP growth. The Indian economy has remained robust, with growth momentum spread across various segments. The committee expects the economy to retain its resilience.
- Times of India07:22
India-US trade dea: Asked about the possible impact on the economy if the India-US trade deal is not finalised, RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra said, “The impact depends on what extent tariffs are going to be applied. So it's premature to answer. But obviously, it will have some negative impact. At the same time, we have had a number of trade agreements now in the recent past."
- businesstoday.in13:04
In its latest Ecowrap, SBI Research said India’s inflation trajectory could worsen in the coming months, with CPI inflation estimated to peak at around 6.8% in November 2026.
- channelnewsasia.com13:04
The Reserve Bank of India has signalled more interest rate hikes to come, after tightening policy for the first time in nearly four years to stem inflation. The central bank has also raised its inflation forecast to 5.2% for this financial year and the GDP growth outlook to 7.1%. The Indian rupee is not too far off its
- ianslive.in13:26
New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) The Reserve Bank of India’s decision to raise the policy repo rate and shift to calibrated‑tightening stance is understandable amid rising inflationary pressures and sought extension of export credit period to 450 days, an industry chamber said on Wednesday.
- Times of India21:21
The Reserve Bank of India has announced a 25 basis points increase in the repo rate to 5.5%. This decision reflects growing inflation pressures and stronger than anticipated economic growth. The rise in interest rates will lead to higher loan EMIs, impacting consumption during the festive season. Banks are expected to increase fixed deposit rates following this policy change.
Thu, 8 October 2026
1 report- Times of India10:49edited after publishing
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India's GDP is booming, but stock market is crashing: What's going on?India is experiencing impressive GDP growth of 7.8%, while the World Bank revises its growth outlook to 7.1%. Yet, Dalal Street faces turbulence as benchmark indices suffer losses exceeding 1%. This is largely due to foreign investors offloading shares and rising bond yields globally, fostering a cautious sentiment in the market.
Sun, 11 October 2026
1 report- Times of India04:43
India plans to significantly increase its steelmaking capacity to meet future demand for infrastructure and manufacturing. The government aims to reduce the steel industry's carbon-emission intensity by nearly 39 percent by 2047. To achieve this goal, India will secure raw materials through overseas investments and joint ventures. The draft policy includes measures for diversifying sourcing to mitigate supply risks.
Mon, 12 October 2026
1 report- Times of India11:20
Retail inflation in India reached 5.54% in September, mainly spurred by rising food costs. Food inflation escalated to 7.74%, the highest recorded since the new CPI series was launched. The price of onions skyrocketed, while some items, like potatoes and tomatoes, saw price drops. Puducherry recorded the highest inflation rate at 6.86%, followed by Tamil Nadu.
Tue, 13 October 2026
1 report- Times of India03:23edited after publishing
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India's economic story in fast lane, IMF projects 7% GDP growth for FY26 and FY27India is projected to maintain a robust growth rate of 7% in both 2026 and 2027, bolstered by strong domestic demand and a thriving services sector, according to the International Monetary Fund. Positive revisions from the World Bank and OECD highlight resilience amid consumption patterns. However, challenges such as rising energy prices and geopolitical tensions could impact this trajectory, yet India's economic growth remains strong compared to other major nations.
Thu, 15 October 2026
3 reports- ianslive.in04:29
New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) India’s strong economic fundamentals and policy response have helped it withstand global energy and financial shocks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Thursday affirming that the country remains among the world’s fastest-growing major economies.
- Times of India09:17
The International Monetary Fund has recognized India's updated approach to measuring gross domestic product, commending the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation for enhancing GDP metrics. Amid strong economic performance and rising domestic demand, the IMF has also revised its growth predictions for India. Currency fluctuations were acknowledged; however, Srinivasan clarified they do not indicate any economic frailty.
- Libération (France)17:42
Le PIB indien dépasserait l’année prochaine celui du Japon et du Royaume-Uni, d’après les prévisions du Fonds monétaire international. Une croissance dont certains experts doutent de la solidité, et qui masque un chômage important chez les jeunes.
Fri, 16 October 2026
1 report- thehindubusinessline.com06:26
Deloitte India projects 7.1-7.3% GDP growth in FY27, signaling rising private investment in strategic sectors amidst risks and opportunities.