Last week brought a mix of upbeat and cautionary signals for the Indian economy, with several key data points offering a clearer view of where things stand as we move toward the year-end. From a sharp recovery in passenger vehicle sales to steady unemployment levels and a slight softening in business activity, India continues to show resilience despite global uncertainties. India Total Passenger Vehicle Sales In October 2025, India saw a remarkable 15.8% jump in passenger veh

As we reflect on this past week’s economic data, several key indicators highlight both challenges and resilience across global markets. In India, the HSBC India Composite PMI for September 2025 showed a slight slowdown, dropping to 61.0 from 63.2 in August, marking the lowest level since June. This signals a deceleration in output growth across both manufacturing and services, despite the index still sitting comfortably above the long-term average. New orders saw slower growt

India's manufacturing and infrastructure continue to shine, even as global markets flash mixed signals. From record-high factory activity to cooling US housing sales and cautious moves by global central banks, here’s a crisp wrap of the week’s key economic updates.

Last week's market update, we take a closer look at India’s easing inflation, with wholesale price growth slowing to its lowest in over a year. While food prices moderated, the trade deficit remains stable, and passenger vehicle sales saw modest growth. On a positive note, India’s foreign exchange reserves continue to rise. We also touch on global economic trends, with central banks like the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England maintaining cautious stances amidst ongoing u