India's stable growth masks stress in informal economy, economists warn as US-Iran war persists
India’s growth outlook remains steady despite global headwinds linked to the US–Iran conflict, according to a Reuters poll of economists. However, experts caution that the headline GDP numbers may be masking rising stress in the informal sector, which lacks real-time data on jobs, demand, and small businesses. Early indicators point to pressure on urban services such as restaurants and hotels due to fuel supply disruptions.