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At 5% in June, core sector grows fastest in 5 months - The Times of India

IN · 2026-07-20

Key takeaway

India's core sector output grew 5% YoY in June, fastest in 5 months, driven by iron ore, cement, and electricity.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerIndia's core sector output grows 5% YoY in June, fastest in 5 months.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onHigher demand for cement and electricity pushes up prices for these inputs.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youSMEs in construction and manufacturing face margin compression as input costs rise.

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Source: Google News India Business

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