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1h agoIndia’s Q2 GDP expands 7.2% on strong private consumption and capital formation
India’s gross domestic product grew 7.2% year-on-year in the second quarter of FY26, supported by robust household consumption and investment activity. Construction and manufacturing contributed significantly to growth, with GVA expanding 6.8%. The services sector, led by transport and communication, rose 8.1%. Government capital expenditure increased 18% YoY, while private investment grew 9%.
The agriculture sector moderated slightly at 2.3%. Economists expect FY26 full-year growth to remain above 7%, positioning India as one of the fastest-growing major economies globally.
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1h agoIndia’s Q2 GDP expands 7.2% on strong private consumption and capital formation
India’s gross domestic product grew 7.2% year-on-year in the second quarter of FY26, supported by robust household consumption and investment activity. Construction and manufacturing contributed significantly to growth, with GVA expanding 6.8%. The services sector, led by transport and communication, rose 8.1%. Government capital expenditure increased 18% YoY, while private investment grew 9%.
The agriculture sector moderated slightly at 2.3%. Economists expect FY26 full-year growth to remain above 7%, positioning India as one of the fastest-growing major economies globally.
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India’s Q2FY26 GDP rose 7.2% year-on-year, powered by strong private consumption and investment, sustaining the economy’s global growth leadership.
India’s gross domestic product grew 7.2% year-on-year in the second quarter of FY26, supported by robust household consumption and investment activity. Construction and manufacturing contributed significantly to growth, with GVA expanding 6.8%. The services sector, led by transport and communication, rose 8.1%. Government capital expenditure increased 18% YoY, while private investment grew 9%.
The agriculture sector moderated slightly at 2.3%. Economists expect FY26 full-year growth to remain above 7%, positioning India as one of the fastest-growing major economies globally.
India’s gross domestic product grew 7.2% year-on-year in the second quarter of FY26, supported by robust household consumption and investment activity. Construction and manufacturing contributed significantly to growth, with GVA expanding 6.8%. The services sector, led by transport and communication, rose 8.1%. Government capital expenditure increased 18% YoY, while private investment grew 9%.
The agriculture sector moderated slightly at 2.3%. Economists expect FY26 full-year growth to remain above 7%, positioning India as one of the fastest-growing major economies globally.
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Nov 12, 2025 • 17:54 IST