India Industry Reports

India's textile sector continues to be one of the country's most diversified and globally significant manufacturing ecosystems, spanning natural fibres, man-made fibres, handloom, apparel, technical textiles and modern integrated value chains. India ...

Brent crude prices averaged USD 69.0/bbl in Q2 FY2026, a 13.6% y/y decline but a modest 1.4% q/q uptick. The quarter was shaped by notable volatility. June and July stood out, with prices firming amid heightened geopolitical risk. Brent rose 10.8% ...

There were 196 active scheduled banks in India in Q2 of FY2026, representing a 6% y/y decline. This contraction in the number of banks largely reflects ongoing consolidation and structural reforms within the banking sector. In recent years, the ...

The first quarter of FY2026 marked a period of monetary easing and cautious credit expansion, as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) continued to balance growth support with financial stability amid moderating inflation and external uncertainties. ...

India is the third-largest consumer of oil and the eleventh-largest consumer of natural gas globally, with consumption set to rise in tandem with economic expansion, rapid urbanisation, increasing mobility, and industrial growth. As the economy ...

Policy support, improving consumer awareness and rising affordability have been fuelling the global electric vehicle (EV) market for more than a decade now. With sales rising in double digits, EVs are gradually eating up into the market share of ...

India is firmly adopting an infrastructure-led growth model, positioning capital formation as the key driver of long-term economic expansion. In the post-pandemic period, India's recovery has been anchored in accelerated public investment in ...

India's real estate sector is a vital pillar of the economy, covering residential, office, retail, and hospitality, while supporting industries like cement, steel, and furniture. It contributes strongly to GDP, jobs, and government revenue. The ...

The government implemented insurance sector liberalisation in the 2000s to foster industry competition. The emergence of private insurers, increased competition, and a diverse array of insurance offerings in India have all contributed to the ...

The oil and gas (O&G) sector, one of India's eight core industries*, plays a pivotal role in its economic growth, fulfilling a significant portion of its energy demand. In 2023, oil and natural gas accounted for 27.1% and 5.78% of India's energy ...