On balance, the Indian economy coursed through the currents with a serenity that would have done a wise man proud. GrowthIndia remains the fastest-growing Asian economy, with the IMF raising its forecast to 6.7%-6.9% for FY26 and 6.5%-6.9% in FY27. As the IMF noted, private investments remain uneven and sluggish, while growth is being fuelled by government investment, which has surged 40% so far this fiscal. Of the total investments, private capex's share fell to 34.4% in FY24, the lowest since FY12. Real rates are competitive, growth is robust, inflation is under control, reserves are strong, and services exports cushion the impact on the economy.

Source: Indian Express December 30, 2025 11:59 UTC