India’s economy is showing signs of robust growth as retail inflation eased to 3.61% in February, dropping below the 4% mark for the first time in six months.
This decrease in inflation is expected to remain steady, which could pave the way for the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to cut interest rates further.
In February, the RBI reduced its policy rate by 25 basis points to 6.25%. Another 25 basis point cut is anticipated in April, further supporting economic growth.
The Union Budget for the upcoming fiscal year has placed significant emphasis on boosting consumption.
To achieve this, the government rolled out sweeping income tax cuts, providing India’s expanding middle class with increased disposable income to drive spending.
Global Investment Confidence In India Soars
In the past week, several international financial and investment firms have expressed renewed optimism about India’s economic prospects.
Morgan Stanley, in its latest report, projects that India will become the world’s third-largest economy by 2028, driven by macroeconomic stability, policy reforms, and improved infrastructure.
By 2026, India’s economy is set to grow to $4.7 trillion, making it the fourth-largest globally, behind the US, China, and Germany.
By 2028, India will surpass Germany, reaching a $5.7 trillion economy, which will increase its share of global GDP from 3.5% to 4.5% by 2029.
Morgan Stanley also presents optimistic GDP per capita growth scenarios for India, with projections ranging from $2,514 in 2025 to $4,247 under the bear scenario in 2035, and as high as $6,706 in the bull scenario.
Moody’s And Blackstone Back India’s Economic Growth
Credit rating agency Moody’s also forecasts that India’s economic growth will exceed 6.5% in FY 2025-26, up from 6.3% in FY 2024-25.
Increased government capital expenditure, tax cuts to boost consumption, and monetary easing through interest rate reductions will fuel this growth.
In addition, private equity giant Blackstone plans to double its investments in India from $50 billion to $100 billion in the coming years.
CEO Stephen Schwarzman emphasized India’s stability, strong political leadership, and favorable regulatory environment as key factors driving Blackstone’s confidence in the market.
Despite concerns over foreign institutional investors (FIIs) withdrawing from Indian markets, Schwarzman reaffirmed that Blackstone remains committed to India, viewing it as a top-performing market with immense growth potential.
India’s Venture Capital Sector Shows Resilience
India’s venture capital (VC) sector has also demonstrated resilience.
According to Bain & Company’s recent ‘India Venture Capital Report 2025’, VC funding surged to $13.7 billion in 2024, 1.4 times higher than in 2023.
A rise in the number of deals, particularly smaller and mid-sized deals (under $50 million), drove the increase in VC activity.
These deals grew by about 1.4 times and accounted for 95% of the total deals.
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Larger deals (over $50 million) also nearly doubled, returning to pre-pandemic levels.
Investments in software, SaaS, and generative AI have seen substantial growth, with funding increasing by 1.2 times to $1.7 billion in 2024.
This growth is positioning India as a leader in the global AI ecosystem, enhancing innovation and productivity across various industries.
Policy Reforms Boost Start-Up Ecosystem
India’s start-up ecosystem is thriving, with growing emphasis on profitability, innovation, and regulatory alignment.
Recent policy reforms, including the removal of angel tax, lower long-term capital gains tax rates, and streamlined foreign venture capital investor (FVCI) registrations, have created a more favorable environment for start-ups.
These reforms have strengthened investor confidence, facilitating smoother access to funding.
Nandan Nilekani, the architect of India’s digital public infrastructure, forecasts that the number of start-ups in India will grow by 20% annually, reaching one million by 2035.
He also predicts that India will become the world’s most preferred IPO market by 2035, surpassing the United States.
India’s Position In A Changing Global Landscape
India’s positive economic outlook contrasts with the growing uncertainty in Western economies.
While Donald Trump’s tariff policies may cause disruptions, especially in Europe, India is well-positioned to mitigate the effects of these global challenges.
The strong personal rapport between Prime Minister Modi and U.S. President Trump may also provide India with unique opportunities to benefit from trade negotiations.
With easing inflation, proactive government policies, strong growth projections from global financial institutions, increasing private equity investments, and a vibrant start-up ecosystem, India’s economic trajectory remains firmly upward.
Despite global headwinds, India appears set to capitalize on its growth potential and continue its rise as a global economic powerhouse.
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