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India's Economy Grows 5.6% Amid Slowing Industry

1/17/2025

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India's gross value added increased by 5.6% in Q2, a decline from 6.8%, driven by slower industrial growth.
Agricultural growth hit a five-quarter high of 3.5%, fueled by robust rural consumption and festive spending.
The services sector grew by 7.2%, bolstered by public administration and finance contributions.
The fiscal deficit stood at 4.4% of GDP, enabling potential government spending to boost demand.

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Story summary

India's gross value added increased by 5.6% in Q2, a decline from 6.8%, driven by slower industrial growth.
Agricultural growth hit a five-quarter high of 3.5%, fueled by robust rural consumption and festive spending.
The services sector grew by 7.2%, bolstered by public administration and finance contributions.
The fiscal deficit stood at 4.4% of GDP, enabling potential government spending to boost demand.