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Geopolitical Turmoil Risks 3-4 Year Setback for India's Economy: Bernstein

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News18•28-03-2026, 11:45

Geopolitical Turmoil Risks 3-4 Year Setback for India's Economy: Bernstein

•Bernstein warns of rising risks to India's macro outlook due to US-Iran tensions and soaring crude oil prices.
•A prolonged period of high crude prices and tight external financing could expose structural vulnerabilities, potentially leading to a 'GFC moment'.
•Worst-case scenario: double-digit inflation, 2-3% economic growth, rupee beyond 110, and Nifty below 20,000 by 2026.
•Even moderate assumptions suggest inflation breaching 6%, delaying rate cuts, and tapering GDP growth.
•Sustained geopolitical stress could set back India's growth by 3-4 years, advising caution in markets.

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