Sensible, but won't meet inflated expectations: Nick Paulson-Ellis

Nick Paulson-Ellis
Business Standard
Last Updated : Jul 11 2014 | 4:54 AM IST
The Budget is pragmatic and mature, given the formidable constraints faced. While it is lacking in major policy announcements, it lays out a road map for reforms and policy priorities. The focus on financial savings and infra investment is a positive for public investment.

It is investor-friendly, considering it has also signalled an improvement in tax administration and credible banking sector recapitalisation. Disappointments are optimistic revenue estimates; no timeline for the roll-out of GST; no clear road map for subsidy reduction, and a vague view on retrospective taxation

Nick Paulson-Ellis
Head - Emerging Markets, Espirito Santo Securities
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First Published: Jul 11 2014 | 12:08 AM IST

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