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MoF Flags Global Uncertainty as Risk to FY26 Growth

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Economic Growth and Global Uncertainties

The finance ministry has highlighted global uncertainties as a significant risk to India's economic growth outlook for FY26. The uncertainty may lead the private sector to delay capital formation plans.

Private Sector and Policy Actions

  • The private sector and policymakers are urged to act promptly to prevent uncertainty from inhibiting growth.
  • India's domestic economy is large, and capital formation can boost a cycle of investment, income growth, demand growth, and additional capacity creation.
  • Proactive actions and execution are emphasized as critical in current times.

Growth Projections

  • Economic growth is projected to be between 6.3-6.8% for the current fiscal year, compared to 6.5% in FY25.
  • The IMF has reduced India’s growth forecast for FY26 to 6.2% from 6.5%.
  • Despite challenges, India is expected to maintain its status as the world’s fastest-growing major economy.

Investment and Infrastructure

  • Investments are gaining traction, bolstered by factors like sustained capacity utilization, infrastructure development, and favorable financial conditions.
  • While global uncertainties may affect merchandise exports, services exports are expected to remain resilient.
  • Diversification into new markets is advised to mitigate risks from global trade disruptions.

Sectoral Highlights

  • Agricultural prospects are positive, supported by healthy reservoir levels and robust crop output.
  • Rural consumption remains strong, and urban demand is improving due to rising discretionary spending.
  • Manufacturing shows signs of revival with optimistic business expectations, and the services sector remains resilient.
  • Labour market conditions are stable.

Fiscal Discipline and Economic Growth

  • Planned reductions in the public debt-to-GDP ratio will create more resources for private investment.
  • Fiscal discipline is expected to enhance economic growth momentum.

Long-term Growth Drivers

  • India's long-term growth is driven by macroeconomic stability, a resilient external sector, moderating fiscal deficit, easing inflation, improving employment prospects, and high consumption expenditure.
  • Private capital formation is crucial for sustaining favorable economic conditions, with public policy and regulations facilitating private sector contributions.
  • Tags :
  • Economic Growth
  • Private Sector
  • capital formation
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