India: 2022 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for India
IMF Staff Country Reports, December 23, 2022
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- Published: December 23, 2022
- Series: IMF Staff Country Reports
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.5089/9798400228360.002
Economic rebound and prevailing headwinds
- The economy has rebounded from the pandemic-related downturn but is facing new headwinds.
- Elevated inflation is a key challenge prompting policy action.
- Commodity price increases are exerting adverse economic effects.
Policy responses and macroeconomic stance
- Fiscal policy:
- Authorities have responded with fiscal policy measures to support vulnerable groups and to mitigate the economic impact of commodity price increases.
- Monetary policy:
- Front-loaded monetary policy tightening has been implemented to address elevated inflation.
- Digital infrastructure:
- A world class public digital infrastructure is facilitating innovation, productivity improvements and access to services.
Structural reforms and climate considerations
- Further structural reforms are needed to secure strong and sustainable growth.
- Reforms should include measures to address the adverse impact of climate change.
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- Subject: Credit, External debt, Fiscal policy, Fiscal stance, Inflation, International organization, Monetary policy, Money, Prices, Public debt
- Keywords: Credit, digitalization success, Eastern Europe, Europe, Fiscal stance, Global, gross investment, headline consumer price inflation, Inflation, insolvency regime, Middle East, monetary policy action, poverty estimate, RBI values equity liability, South Asia
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