India’s Economy Surges: Q4 GDP Growth Hits 7.4%, Outperforms Expectations
Quarterly Upswing Signals Robust Economic Momentum India’s economy delivered a pleasant surprise with its fourth quarter GDP numbers, registering a growth rate of 7.4% for the January–March period of FY 2024–25, surpassing most market forecasts. The National Statistical Office (NSO) had estimated a more modest 6.85%, but stronger domestic demand and industrial activity fueled faster expansion. This quarterly performance also marks an improvement over the 6.2% growth seen in Q3, reflecting broad-based resilience across key sectors of the economy. Annual GDP Growth Slows, Still Steady at 6.5% Despite the Q4 acceleration, India's full-year GDP growth for FY 2024–25 stood at…
