{
  "id": 6134108,
  "title": "India's growth seen above 7% in FY27 as investment, exports take centre stage: Report",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/indias-growth-seen-above-7-in-fy27-as-investment-exports-take-centre",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-07T11:47:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Economic Times - Economy",
    "slug": "the-economic-times-economy",
    "url": "https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/indicators/indias-growth-seen-above-7-in-fy27-as-investment-exports-take-centre-stage-report/articleshow/133879534.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "New Delhi: India's economic growth is projected to stay above 7% in FY27, as per a report by SBI Funds Management (SBIFM) Research. The primary drivers of this growth are expected to be investment and exports, as opposed to a slowdown in consumption and the diminishing effects of domestic policy support, according to the firm. The report anticipates nominal GDP growth to pick up to above 12% in the upcoming quarters, despite potential challenges such as persistent inflation and soaring global commodity prices, which may keep interest rates elevated for an extended period.\n\nThe optimism surrounding the growth trajectory stems from robust performance in FY27's first quarter, where real GDP growth stood at 7.8%, with investment and exports taking the lead over consumption. The report highlights that real gross fixed capital formation and exports expanded by around 12% each, whereas consumption grew by 7.1%. Corporate capital expenditure is also forecast to rise, with BSE 500 companies' capex projected to increase by 11% in FY27, following ₹10.4 trillion of capex in FY26. Power is anticipated to contribute about 55% of the additional corporate capex, followed by iron and steel, and capital goods.\n\nAs the domestic policy thrust wanes and consumption becomes less evenly distributed, the investment cycle and global trade cycle will need to shoulder a larger share of the growth, predicts the report. Consequently, exports, manufacturing, capital goods, and other business-focused sectors are considered relatively more promising, while consumption-oriented sectors are recommended for more selective engagement. However, the growth outlook is accompanied by risks associated with inflation and monetary policy. The report notes that Brent crude oil prices could remain high for the next six months due to various factors, potentially keeping global interest rates elevated for a longer duration. For India, the Reserve Bank of India might eventually transition from its present neutral stance to a tightening stance, with a potential cumulative rate increase of around 50 basis points in FY27, though the timing and extent of such adjustments will depend on data-driven assessments.",
  "summary": "India's economic growth is expected to exceed seven percent in fiscal year twenty twenty-seven. Investment and export cycles will increasingly offset moderating consumption trends. Corporate capital expenditure is projected to strengthen significantly in the coming years. Elevated global commodity prices may keep interest rates higher for longer periods. The Reserve Bank of India might shift…",
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}