India Holds Fastest-Growing Economy Tag as World Faces Fragile Outlook: UN Report
United Nations, May 16:
India continues to retain its position as the fastest-growing large economy in the world, even as the global economic landscape becomes increasingly uncertain. According to the United Nations’ mid-year update of the World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) report, India is projected to grow at 6.3% in the current fiscal year (FY2025).
While the forecast is slightly lower than the 6.6% projection made in January, it still places India well ahead of other major economies. The report notes that strong private consumption, public investment, and resilient services exports will continue to drive the country’s economic expansion.
“India remains one of the fastest-growing large economies,” said Ingo Pitterle, a senior economic affairs officer at the UN.
The WESP report underscores that global GDP growth is likely to dip to 2.4%, citing rising trade tensions and escalating policy uncertainty as major headwinds.
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By contrast, the following are 2025 growth forecasts for key global economies:
The UN forecasts India’s growth to tick up to 6.4% in 2026, although that too is a downward revision from earlier estimates.
“It’s been a nervous time for the global economy,” said Shantanu Mukherjee, Director of the Economic Analysis and Policy Division. “Prospects have clearly diminished since January.”
The report notes improving macroeconomic conditions within India:
While India remains on solid footing, looming US tariffs could threaten merchandise exports. However, key sectors like pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, electronics, energy, and copper remain exempt for now, potentially shielding the economy from immediate disruption.
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF), in its latest forecast, also echoed similar optimism, projecting India’s economy to grow by 6.2% this year and 6.3% next year.
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