India's much-discussed "Goldilocks" economic narrative is increasingly showing signs of strain, with weak tax buoyancy and shrinking fiscal space creating a policy gridlock, according to a report by Systematic Research.
Consumption in India's domestic economy is expected to continue outpacing capital expenditure (capex) in 2026, supported by a fiscal policy pivot towards consumption and a revival in credit, even as corporate investment sentiment remains cautious, according to a report by Nuvama.
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], January 3: Following its historic achievement as the first Miscellaneous Non-Banking Company (MNBC) in India to cross the Rs. 1 Lakh Crore ($12 Billion+) business turnover mark, Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE) has started 2026 on a high note by
"The rice sector faces ecological stress (notably groundwater depletion in major paddy belts), high fiscal costs of procurement and storage, and market/compliance volatility. Union Budget 2026 can strengthen competitiveness while improving sustainability and farmer outcomes through target
Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N Chandrababu Naidu, said that the state's emergence as India's primary investment magnet is a result of forward-looking policy reforms and "Speed of Doing Business" initiatives. In a post on X, Naidu said that the recent data is "welcome news for the people
India's fiscal position during the April-November period of FY26 indicates that concerns over lagging tax revenues and adherence to the full-year budget targets have resurfaced, even as the government continues to prioritise capital expenditure-led growth, as per a report by Union Bank of
The Chief of Army Staff lauded the visionary intent behind the establishment of the Army Group Insurance Fund and appreciated its sustained efforts in adapting to available industry best practices while fulfilling the fiscal security needs of soldiers and their next of kin through innovat
Tata Motors reported robust performance in the third quarter of 2025-26 and December. Total commercial vehicle (CV) sales rose 21 per cent year-on-year to 115,577 units in the October-December quarter, compared with 95,770 units in the same period last fiscal.
Benign inflation in India, fiscal consolidation, and prudent macroeconomic policies have enhanced economic resilience, the RBI report noted on Wednesday.
The Government of India's total fertilizer subsidy outlay is projected to remain substantial at approximately Rs 1.9 lakh crore for FY27, according to the rating agency ICRA. This forecast highlights a major fiscal commitment intended to maintain the affordability and availability of fertili
Auto retail sales in India maintained healthy momentum in December 2025, with industry players projecting the positive trend to continue into the final quarter of the fiscal year. Wholesale numbers for December 2025 are expected to show double-digit growth across most major manufacturers.
Drawing comparisons with Europe, Sanyal highlighted the strain caused by ageing populations. "In several European countries, retirement ages are being pushed toward 70 or even 75. France today has more people receiving pensions than people working," he said, warning that similar dynamics cou