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HSBC's Pranjul Bhandari sees exports driving India's growth, expects two more RBI rate hikes

IN · 2026-09-30

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  1. Step 1 · The triggerexports are boosted by new trade agreements and a weaker rupee, enhancing competitiveness
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onincreased export demand supports economic growth, benefiting exporters
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onpotential RBI rate hikes could raise financing costs for SMEs reliant on loans
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youhigher financing costs may dampen investment and operational capacity for SMEs

The trigger is reported by the source below. The steps that follow are Branch²’s traced reasoning — how the shock could reach a business like yours, not a prediction.

Source: CNBC TV18 (Markets)

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