India's Growth Resilient to Trump's Tariff Warnings; US Economy Faces Slowdown

• US President Donald Trump threatens India with increased tariffs, following an existing 50% tariff.
• India Ratings and Research projects India's economic growth at 6.9% for FY 2026-27, unfazed by global turmoil or US tariffs.
• Major reforms like GST, income tax cuts, and free trade agreements are expected to drive economic activity and keep inflation low (3.8%).
• The Indian Rupee is estimated to average 92.26 per dollar in FY 2026-27, with FTAs boosting foreign investment and reducing CAD.
• In contrast, the US growth rate is projected to fall to around 2% in FY 2026-27, according to multiple international agencies.

Why It Matters: India's economy shows strong resilience and growth prospects despite US trade threats.