India is identified as a 'stellar performer,' anticipated to contribute more than 16% to the overall global growth, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

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India is identified as a 'stellar performer,' anticipated to contribute more than 16% to the overall global growth, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

India has emerged as one of the standout performers, as per the International Monetary Fund (IMF) announcement on Monday, projecting a contribution of over 16 percent to global growth. Despite robust growth, the IMF emphasized the challenges posed by global economic headwinds. Nada Choueiri, representing India at the IMF, conveyed, "India has been growing at a very robust rate, standing out among peer countries. It is among the fastest-growing major emerging markets and is set to contribute more than 16 percent to global growth this year, according to our current projections."

The IMF's annual Article IV consultation with India revealed that the South Asian economy is poised to be one of the world's fastest-growing major economies, thanks to prudent macroeconomic policies. However, India is not immune to global challenges, including a slowdown in global growth, as highlighted by Choueiri. She also underscored India's positive factors, such as government initiatives to boost infrastructure and logistics investments, a burgeoning and dynamic population, and structural reforms like digitalization.

In its annual report, the IMF recommended a focus on replenishing fiscal reserves, ensuring price stability, maintaining financial stability, and accelerating inclusive growth.

India's economy has rebounded strongly post-pandemic, with moderated headline inflation, surpassing pre-pandemic employment levels, and ongoing formalization of the informal sector, according to the IMF. While the financial sector remains resilient, there is a need to rebuild fiscal buffers, given the elevated public debt and eased budget deficit. The IMF report also noted the upcoming general elections in April 2024 and acknowledged that macroeconomic policies have been partly aligned with past IMF staff advice.




Choueiri highlighted the significance of political stability and a clear policy environment, noting that despite efforts to improve the business environment, bureaucratic hurdles persist in certain states. The IMF emphasized that with comprehensive reforms, India could achieve higher growth by leveraging its abundant labor and human capital. Choueiri emphasized the need for concerted efforts in education, skill development, and increasing female labor force participation to maximize India's demographic advantages.

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Financial stability in India
Inclusive growth initiatives
Post-pandemic economic rebound
Headline inflation in India
Employment levels in India
Informal sector formalization
Public debt in India
General elections in April 2024
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Business environment in Indian states
Comprehensive reforms for higher growth in India.





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