Government on track to meet 4.4% fiscal deficit target
pre-market1 source ↓written by the desknot a recommendation
- since FY20
- 12.5% to 22.6%
The Economic Survey 2025-26 indicates the government is on track to achieve a fiscal deficit of 4.4% of GDP for the current financial year. Notably, capital spending as a share of total expenditure increased from 12.5% to 22.6% since FY20, reflecting a robust push for public investment. This trend may bolster investor confidence in government bonds and infrastructure-related sectors.
Not investment advice. For informational purposes only.