Credit rating agency ICRA has reaffirmed India’s GDP growth projection at 6.2% for the fiscal year 2026, backed by positive domestic factors such as a steady monsoon and controlled oil prices.

Why It’s Important:

• Strong monsoons boost agriculture and rural demand.

• Low oil prices reduce import costs and inflation.

• These trends can sustain economic momentum even if the global market faces uncertainty.

However, ICRA has also cautioned that global financial and geopolitical risks remain, which could pose challenges.

If India maintains its domestic strength, it is well-positioned to weather global headwinds and keep its economy on a solid path.