Latest Domestic Demand News & Updates

New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) The central government’s fiscal deficit is expected to be set at 4.2 per cent of GDP for FY27 in the upcoming Union Budget (against the target of 4.4 per cent in FY26) — corresponding to moderation in debt to 55.1 per cent of GDP, a Morgan Stanley report said on Friday.The pace of consolidation will be consistent with central government debt reduction to 55.1 per cent of GDP from 56.1 per cent in FY26.“A pickup in nominal growth will help to lift tax buoyancy and imp…

Washington, Jan 13 (IANS) India’s economy is projected to remain among the world’s fastest-growing major economies, with growth estimated at 7.2 per cent in FY2025-26, supported by strong domestic demand despite rising global trade tensions, the World Bank said on Tuesday.In its latest Global Economic Prospects report, the World Bank said India’s resilience helped lift overall growth in South Asia in 2025, offsetting the impact of heightened policy uncertainty and global trade frictions.Grow…

New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) India’s equity market narrative in 2026 is expected to move away from broad-based rallies and shift towards selective, fundamentals-driven opportunities, as investors grapple with elevated valuations and uneven global growth, a new report said on Wednesday.While strong domestic macro conditions and a gradual earnings recovery remain supportive, the data compiled by Client Associates said disciplined stock selection will be key in navigating the year ahead.The asset mana…