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Credit Growth

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Robust credit growth is signaling continued strength in the Indian economy. Overall bank credit expanded by a significant 19.1% year-over-year in July 2026, accelerating from 9.9% a year prior, fueled by robust growth in agriculture, industry, and services sectors. This expansion aligns with India’s Q1 FY27 GDP growth of 7.8%, exceeding expectations and supported by strong investment and export performance. While food price pressures are contributing to headline inflation, the Reserve Bank of India’s bulletin highlights the economy’s resilience amid global headwinds, suggesting that credit momentum could persist, albeit with ongoing monitoring of inflationary risks.