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India Tops Global Growth Outlook, 74% Economists Predict Strong Expansion
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 07:16 AM
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A World Economic Forum survey released today shows India has the strongest growth outlook among all economies, with 74% chief economists forecasting robust growth in the coming years.
The World Economic Forum released a survey today indicating that India holds the strongest growth outlook among global economies. The study, which polled chief economists from 70+ countries, found that 74% of respondents expect India to sustain robust growth in the next few years.
India’s projected growth rate places it ahead of major economies such as the United States, China and Germany, according to the WEF’s latest assessment. The report highlights India’s large domestic market, demographic dividend and ongoing reforms as key drivers.
The optimistic outlook is likely to attract foreign investment and bolster confidence in Indian equities and bonds. Analysts suggest that the positive sentiment could translate into higher capital inflows and a stronger currency.
While the survey does not provide specific growth figures, it underscores a consensus among global economists that India’s economic trajectory remains resilient amid global uncertainties.
India’s projected growth rate places it ahead of major economies such as the United States, China and Germany, according to the WEF’s latest assessment. The report highlights India’s large domestic market, demographic dividend and ongoing reforms as key drivers.
The optimistic outlook is likely to attract foreign investment and bolster confidence in Indian equities and bonds. Analysts suggest that the positive sentiment could translate into higher capital inflows and a stronger currency.
While the survey does not provide specific growth figures, it underscores a consensus among global economists that India’s economic trajectory remains resilient amid global uncertainties.