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GDP growth declines to 7.2% from 9.1%

21 Mar 2026 · 16:09 ISTafter close1 source ↓written by the desknot a recommendation

has decreased: 7.2%
: 9.1%
a rate: 6.1%
in the previous: 4%

India's GDP growth has decreased to 7.2% from 9.1%. In the fourth quarter, the economy expanded at a rate of 6.1%, compared to 4% in the previous year. This slowdown may influence market sentiment and investor confidence in the near term.

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GDP growth declines to 7.2% from 9.1%

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