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Renewed risks
Context:
RBI maintains 6.5% GDP projection amidst global uncertainties; concerns over Israel-Hamas conflict, rising U.S. bond yields, and supply disruptions arise.
RBI's Concerns and Emerging Uncertainties
- GDP Growth Projection Maintained: RBI sticks to a constant GDP growth projection, citing risks from geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties.
- New Uncertainties Arise: Israel-Hamas conflict escalation and concerns over global food, fuel, and fertilizer supplies add to uncertainties.
- Rising U.S. Bond Yields: RBI highlights concerns over 16-year high U.S. bond yields and mixed global central bank signals.
Key Indicators
- Optimistic Outlook: Finance Ministry maintains a positive outlook, asserting that growth remains on track and inflation is easing after a seasonal surge.
- Crude Oil Price Concerns Addressed: Ministry points out that current crude oil prices are lower compared to previous quarters in 2022-23.
- Positive Indicators: Consumption and investment demand are strengthening, with high prospects for industrial job creation and housing loans.
Challenges in Consumption
- Uneven Recovery: Small car sales decline, rural demand weakens, and IT firms scale down growth and hiring plans.
- Need for Corrective Measures: The editorial suggests that efforts are needed to address the uneven recovery, which could hinder broader investment revival.
- Potential Implications: The slump in consumption and hiring trends may have long-term consequences on India's economic recovery.
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