India growth to moderate to 6.9% in 2026, rebound to 7.3% next year: ADB

India’s economic growth is projected to ease to 6.9% in 2026 from 7.6% last year before rising to 7.3% in 2027, supported by resilient domestic consumption, according to the latest outlook by the Asian Development Bank .In its Asian Development Outlook April 2026, the ADB said growth across developing Asia and the Pacific is expected to slow to 5.1% in both 2026 and 2027, down from 5.4% last year, as geopolitical tensions and trade uncertainty weigh on the region.The report flagged the ongoing conflict in West Asia as the biggest risk to the outlook, warning that a prolonged escalation could push up energy and food prices, disrupt shipping, and tighten financial conditions.The forecasts were based on assumptions finalised on March 10 under an early stabilisation scenario, though more recent developments suggest a higher likelihood of persistent disruptions.Also read: World Bank ups India's FY27 GDP growth projections to 6.6%Despite the challenging global environment, the region ...