India’s economic pulse quickens. Industrial output in December blasted to 7.8 percent, a level unseen in over two years, propelled by manufacturing might and broad sectoral gains.
Fresh statistics reveal manufacturing up 8.1 percent, with high-tech electronics soaring 34.9 percent, autos 33.5 percent, and other transport 25.1 percent. Basic metals climbed 12.7 percent; pharma 10.2 percent on health product demand.
Mining output rose 6.8 percent, electricity 6.3 percent. Use-based: infrastructure/construction at 12.1 percent, consumer durables 12.3 percent—evidence of investment and spending synergy.
Capital and intermediate goods grew 8.1 percent and 7.5 percent; primary 4.4 percent. April-Dec FY26 IIP at 3.9 percent, with upward revisions affirming resilience.
CareEdge expert Rajni Sinha praises the tri-sector strength, linking it to capex continuity, GST/tax reforms, RBI easing, and price stability. The horizon features budget decisions and trade threats.
December’s robust print underscores industrial health, setting a strong foundation for 2026 growth.