Strong growth and subdued inflation keep India in sweet spot: Aurodeep Nandi
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Why in news
Nomura predicted India's GDP growth to be 7.5% in FY26 and 7.1% in FY27 with inflation around 4% due to easing trade disruptions and sustained capital expenditure.
Background
Nomura predicts a GDP growth of 7.5% for FY26 and 7.1% for FY27. The RBI is expected to maintain its current policy stance of no rate cuts due to a resilient economy and low inflation.
Facts for Prelims
- FactNomura's projected GDP growth for FY26 is 7.5%.
- FactNomura's projected GDP growth for FY27 is 7.1%.
- FactNomura projects inflation to remain around 4%.
- FactThe rupee is projected to remain around 90 by year-end.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the factors contributing to India's resilient economic growth and the role of state-led capital expenditure in sustaining this momentum.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Fiscal multiplier: Impact of sustained state-level capital expenditure on private sector demand
- Monetary-fiscal coordination: Balancing RBI's stance on interest rates with inflation-targeting goals
- External vulnerability: Risks posed by geopolitical tensions and oil price fluctuations on domestic inflation
Keywords: GDP growth · inflation targeting · capital expenditure · monetary policy · trade disruptions
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