South Asia’s growth is set to slow to 5.8 per cent in 2025, down from 6 per cent in 2024, amid trade barriers and financial volatility, as per the World Bank.
India’s FY26 growth is revised to 6.3 per cent.
Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka face mixed outlooks, while Nepal, Bhutan, and Maldives show resilience.
Regional growth may average 6.2 per cent in 2026–27.