BS EDIT: Amid growth decelerations, signs of optimism for GDP

By Business Standard Editorial CommentPublished On Sep 2, 2024

GDP Growth Update

April-June 2024 saw 6.7% GDP growth, down from 7.8% last quarter, reflecting some deceleration

Govt spending impact

Election-year constraints led to lower government expenditure, affecting GDP growth

Agricultural outlook

Monsoon impacts agriculture; excess rain or delays influence crop yields, but a good monsoon is expected

Private consumption resilience

Private final consumption expenditure increased, suggesting strength in domestic demand despite slower govt spending

Future projections

Concerns about growth slowdown may be premature; recent high-frequency data show mixed signals but room for optimism

Central bank focus

RBI likely to prioritise inflation control while monitoring growth and consumer confidence trends