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India’s Private Sector Growth Hits 4-Month High In October; Hiring Slows
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What Happened?
India's private sector growth reached a four-month high in October, driven by stronger demand in manufacturing and services. However, hiring slowed to its weakest pace this year.
Key points
- The Composite PMI for the private sector rose to 56.7 in October from 55.9 in September.
- New business orders increased, particularly from international markets.
- Hiring growth was the slowest in 2026, with only marginal increases in employment.
- Manufacturing PMI decreased slightly to 54.9 in October.
- Input cost inflation eased for the seventh consecutive month.
Key insights
- The cautious hiring approach may limit the potential for future job growth.
- Stronger demand has not yet led to significant increases in employment.
- The decline in outstanding business volumes suggests reduced pressure on companies to hire.
Why it matters
The report indicates a mixed outlook for India's economy, with growth in activity but caution in hiring.
Source
Times Now
