Bharat Barometer

India’s economy in December 2025 showed mixed signals, with modest improvement in formal sector collections and domestic demand, while external flows and industrial activity exhibited softness. Inflation remained subdued, and rural indicators continued to show resilience. Government capital spending stayed firm, highlighting the continued focus on public investment, whereas net FDI and FII flows reflected external sector weakness. Macroeconomic […]

India’s economy in November 2025 reflected a mixed but stabilising macro picture. While GST collections declined YoY and manufacturing momentum softened, easing inflation, improving labour market conditions, and a rebound in exports supported overall activity. Domestic demand stayed resilient, aided by steady credit growth, strong rural indicators, and improving capital market participation. Macroeconomic Indicators (Score: […]

India’s economy in October 2025 displayed a nuanced picture of moderating growth impulses alongside persistent strengths in domestic demand and public investment. While key activity indicators like industrial production and consumption showed signs of softening, robust government capital expenditure and stable rural demand provided a counterbalance. The external sector showed tentative signs of improvement, but […]

India’s economic landscape in September 2͏02͏5 continued͏ ͏ t͏o ͏reflect a mixed but resilient performance across key sectors. While e͏xt͏ernal tra͏de and capi͏tal market activities c͏on͏tinue to face pr͏essures, domestic demand indica͏tor͏s including vehicle reg͏i͏stra͏t͏ions, life insurance premiums, and rural tracto͏r sales remained robust. The Bharat Barometer’s latest edition offers a thorough analysis of sector-specific […]

India’s economy in August 2025 reflected a mixed bag of trends, with some areas reflecting resilience and others experiencing difficulties. Although mainstays such as manufacturing and services kept growing and rural indicators were reviving, capital markets and foreign trade were struggling. This issue of the Bharat Barometer provides an overview of the main macroeconomic trends […]

India’s economic landscape in July 2025 displayed a mix of cautious optimism and persistent challenges. A strong revival in rural indicators, supported by a healthy monsoon and rising employment, was a major highlight. However, certain key areas, such as the external sector and industrial activity, showed signs of weakness. Capital markets remained volatile, with trading […]

India’s economic landscape in June 2025 showed a continued moderation in overall growth, with mixed signals across different sectors. While services and manufacturing continued to expand and rural indicators remained strong, key areas like GST collection, external trade, and capital markets showed signs of weakening. This edition of Bharat Barometer provides insights into the macroeconomic indicators shaping India’s financial […]

India’s economic landscape in May 2025 showcased a mix of positive and negative signals. While GST collection grew strongly and FII inflows remained healthy, some sectors experienced moderation. PMI trends were mixed, and rural indicators showed a softening trend. This edition of Bharat Barometer provides insights into the macroeconomic indicators shaping India’s financial and industrial environment. Macroeconomic Indicators (Score: 4/5) GST […]

India’s economic landscape in April 2025 presented a picture of sustained growth momentum alongside emerging shifts in key indicators. Building on the trends from February, GST collections saw a robust increase, while inflation remained benign. The manufacturing and services sectors continued their expansion. However, the employment scenario showed a divergence between urban and rural areas. […]

India’s economic landscape in February 2025 displayed mixed signals, balancing resilience in key sectors with signs of moderation in others. GST collections eased, core inflation ticked up slightly, and industrial activity remained steady. The services sector continued to expand, while external trade exhibited a subdued trend. Consumer sentiment highlighted urban stability, though rural demand showed […]