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India's piggy banks are feeling lighter as savings take a nosedive, hitting a 5-decade low at just 5.1% of the GDP in FY23, down from 7.2% in FY22
Household savings drop to Rs 13.76 trillion in FY23 from Rs 16.96 trillion in FY22, hinting at a potential impact on both consumption & investments if savings do not pick up
A possible reversal in trend is anticipated if the economy accelerates, boosting real incomes, and potentially influencing a shift back towards saving
Beginning of 2024, people started spending more, with private expenses jumping by 6% compared to the previous year
Here's the challenge - we need to save to keep our economy steady, but we also need to spend to help it grow. It's like walking a tightrope. Can India find the perfect balance?