India Offers Growth And Stability To Global Investors, Says RBI Governor Malhotra

India offers high growth and stability to investors looking for an opportunity to realise long-term value for their investments, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra said in his address at the US-India Economic forum, jointly organised by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and US-India Strategic Partnerships Forum (USISPF), Washington DC on April 25.

Amid uncertainties faced by major global economies due to ongoing tariff issues with the United States.

India remains an economic bright spot, facilitated by stability and certainty,
the Governor said.

Highlighting the favourable business environment in the country, the governor said India has strong macroeconomic fundamentals with policy consistency and stability in financial, monetary, and political domains.

“At a time when many advanced economies are facing economic headwinds and a deteriorating economic outlook, India continues to offer strong growth and stability, making it a natural choice for investors seeking long-term value and opportunity,” Malhotra said.

“Our strong domestic demand and relatively lower dependence on exports cushion the Indian economy from external spillovers,” he further added.

India’s domestic demand contributes about 90 per cent to GDP, whereas merchandise exports only contribute nearly 12 per cent of GDP, much lower compared to some of our peers.

The Governor highlighted India’s transparent, rule-based, and forward-looking policy ecosystem that supports long-term investments.

“As the world’s fastest-growing major economy, India is not just a destination for investment – it is a partner in prosperity,” he said, while asking global investors to collaborate and invest in India.

Following the announcement of reciprocal tariffs on America’s major trading partners on April 2, by US President Donald Trump, the world, including India gripped with fears of a global economic slowdown.

IMF Cuts Growth Forecast

Malhotra’s bid for more investment in India comes at a time when two international agencies, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), have reduced their growth forecast for India for FY2026.

The World Bank has cut the growth forecast by 0.4 per cent from 6.7 per cent to 6.3 per cent, while the IMF slashed the growth prediction by 0.3 percentage points to 6.2 per cent from 6.5 per cent.

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