India's core sectors grew by 4.0% in January 2026, down from 4.7% in December 2025.
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India’s core sectors’ growth loses steam, slows to 4% in January
India's core sectors, which are crucial for economic growth, saw a slowdown to 4% in January 2026, down from 4.7% in December. This growth rate is part of the April-January 2025-26 period, which recorded a cumulative growth of 2.8%. The moderation is significant as it indicates potential challenges in maintaining economic momentum, especially in key infrastructure industries like steel and cement.
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Key points
Exam-ready takeaways
The cumulative growth rate for April-January 2025-26 was 2.8%.
Steel and cement industries showed strong performance despite the overall slowdown.
Core sectors are critical to India's economic infrastructure and industrial output.
The slowdown in growth may signal economic challenges in maintaining momentum.
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