Category: Crude Steel

  • India: Industrial activity remains firm as consumer demand shows signs of moderation

    India: Industrial activity remains firm as consumer demand shows signs of moderation

    India’s macroeconomic indicators for May point to an economy where industrial activity continues to outperform consumer demand. Record electricity consumption, stronger merchandise exports and resilient metals production indicate that infrastructure spending, manufacturing and investment remain the principal drivers of growth. At the same time, softer automobile sales, moderating GST collections and a manufacturing sector expanding…