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Iran war and fading tax boosts could drag India growth to 6.7% in FY27 BMI warns

Economy
Published on 11 May 2026
Iran war and fading tax boosts could drag India growth to 6.7% in FY27 BMI warns

Oil shock and weaker monsoon may compound slowdown

India’s growth is projected to cool in FY27 to 6.7% as the lift from recent tax cuts fades and crude oil prices rise. BMI warns these pressures could weigh on consumption and investment while nudging inflation higher. With weak economic momentum already visible, an Iran-linked oil shock and a potentially weaker monsoon add fresh downside risks.

  • Growth may slow to 6.7% in FY27 as tax-cut impact fades
  • Rising crude prices could hit consumption, investment, and inflation
  • Iran conflict raises the risk of an oil shock
  • A weaker monsoon could further worsen the outlook
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