India’s consumption numbers point to strain, inequality

The latest GDP data, albeit impressive, belie the oft-repeated consumption breakout story and green shoots. Even more worrying is the unequal nature of consumption.

8 July, 202412 min
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India’s consumption numbers point to strain, inequality

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