Core industrial growth hits historic high of 7.9% in September 2026
India's core industrial growth reached a historic high of 7.9% in September 2026, driven by strong performance in the coal, refinery, and iron ore sectors. This growth rate is the highest recorded since the current data series began in April 2024.
Why it matters
This data serves as a key indicator of the health of India's industrial sector and overall economic momentum.
Core industrial growth hits historic high of 7.9% in September 2026 left The latest data on the Index of Core Industries shows that last month’s growth was the highest since at least April 2024. Representative image Getty Images Getty Images https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/ts20kn/article71608096.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/bl07_think-1-maGHTGKIUB9.5.jpg.jpg TRILOKS High angle view of mid adult male manager showing sample of printed fabric to female workers at textile factory This is the highest growth rate recorded by the Index of Core Industries since the new data series began in April 2024; growth driven by 13-month high in coal, robust growth in refinery products, iron ore NEW DELHI India’s core industrial growth accelerated to a historic high of 7.9% in September 2026, driven by a turnaround in the coal sector and increased activity in the refinery products and iron ore sectors.
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