India is expected to remain one of the strongest performers among major economies, even as global growth faces pressure from Middle East conflict, energy disruption and higher inflation risks. The OECD’s June 2026 outlook projects India’s real GDP growth at 7.6% in FY2025-26, before moderating to 6.3% in FY2026-27 and 6.4% in FY2027-28, according to its India economic outlook.
The report shows that India’s growth advantage remains intact, but the operating environment has become more difficult. Higher oil and gas prices, fertiliser costs, currency pressures and global demand uncertainty are expected to weigh on private consumption, investment and employment growth.
Key Overview
- OECD projects India’s real GDP growth at 7.6% in FY2025-26, 6.3% in FY2026-27 and 6.4% in FY2027-28.
- India remains ahead of other major economies in OECD’s projections.
- Global GDP growth is projected at 2.9% in 2026 and 3.0% in 2027.
- China’s growth is expected to ease as subsidies fade, energy costs rise and property-sector adjustment continues.
- The Middle East conflict and disruption around the Strait of Hormuz are central risks to energy prices and global demand.
- OECD expects India’s inflation to rise to 4.8% in FY2026-27 due to food, energy, fertiliser and currency pressures.
India’s growth lead remains strong
India’s projected growth remains significantly higher than the global average. In the OECD’s general macroeconomic assessment, the organisation says India’s growth is expected to moderate from 7.6% in FY2025-26 to 6.3% in FY2026-27, before improving slightly to 6.4% in FY2027-28.
This still places India ahead of China and most advanced economies. China’s growth is expected to slow as energy import prices increase, consumer subsidies end and the real estate sector continues adjusting. The OECD also notes that anti-involution measures could weaken investment growth, adding another drag to China’s outlook.
India’s resilience is supported by domestic demand, services activity and ongoing infrastructure development. However, the report makes clear that the economy is not insulated from global shocks. Rising inflation is expected to weigh on private consumption, while investment could slow because of higher oil and gas prices and gas rationing.
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Energy disruption becomes the central risk
The OECD’s outlook is shaped by a major global energy shock linked to Middle East conflict. The report says the halt in shipments through the Strait of Hormuz and damage to some energy infrastructure have pushed energy prices higher and disrupted the supply of key commodities, including fertilisers.
This is especially important for India because the country is a major energy importer. Higher oil and gas prices can lift transport costs, increase import bills, weaken the currency and raise input costs for businesses. Fertiliser disruption also matters for agriculture, food prices and rural incomes.
The OECD’s June 2026 press release warns that prolonged disruption would create deeper global damage, particularly for Asia, Europe and developing economies exposed to energy and food price shocks. Under its central assumption, the disruption is temporary, with prices easing from mid-2026 onward.
Global growth remains fragile
The global economy is expected to grow by 2.9% in 2026 and 3.0% in 2027, supported by technology-related investment and gradually lower effective tariff rates. However, the OECD says the Middle East conflict is generating significant uncertainty around global demand.
The concern is that higher energy costs could feed into inflation before central banks are fully comfortable easing policy. That would limit household spending, increase financing costs and delay private investment. For emerging markets, the risk is even sharper because higher import bills often combine with currency pressure and tighter external financing conditions.
Technology investment remains a bright spot, particularly in areas such as data centres, artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure. But these gains may not fully offset the impact of weaker consumption, slower trade and higher energy prices if the conflict persists.
Policy focus shifts to resilience
For India, the OECD’s message is not just about headline GDP growth. It also points to policy areas that could help protect momentum. The organisation says India should continue reforms that improve labour participation, strengthen infrastructure, ease investment constraints and improve energy-sector efficiency.
Energy resilience is now a bigger part of the growth story. India’s ability to manage imported energy costs, diversify supply, expand domestic renewable capacity and maintain stable inflation will determine whether strong growth can continue through external shocks.
The outlook therefore presents a balanced picture. India remains the fastest-growing major economy in OECD’s projections, but the global environment is more fragile. Sustaining momentum will depend on domestic demand, policy discipline and the ability to absorb energy shocks without derailing inflation, investment or employment.
Sources used: OECD / Reuters / News On AIR
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