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India's Economy Expected to Grow at 7-7.2% in FY27 Despite Global Headwinds

India's Economy Expected to Grow at 7-7.2% in FY27 Despite Global Headwinds

Aug 30, 2026 - 18:17
India’s economy set for 7-7.2% growth in FY27 despite global headwinds: EY
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India's manufacturing sector has seen a significant increase in output, with electrical equipment, motor vehicles, textiles, and food products being among the better-performing segments.

  • The manufacturing sector has grown 1% in the first quarter of FY27.
  • Credit conditions have remained supportive, with capital expenditure growth rebounding to 23.7% in the same period.
  • However, global economic headwinds are expected to pose challenges to the external sector, including a decline in international trade and investment.

Resilient Manufacturing Sector

The manufacturing sector has been a key driver of India's economic growth, with output increasing 1% in the first quarter of FY27.

Read More: Foreign Investors Pump Over Rs 30,900 Crore into Indian Equities in August

Supportive Credit Conditions

Credit conditions have remained supportive, with capital expenditure growth rebounding to 23.7% in the same period.

Frequently Asked Questions

India's economy is expected to grow at a steady pace of 7-7.2% in FY27.

The manufacturing sector, particularly electrical equipment, motor vehicles, textiles, and food products, have been among the better-performing segments.

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