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CII Business Confidence Index Rises to a Two-Quarter High The Indian economy continues to show resilience despite global challenges. According to the latest findings from the Confederation of Indian Industry’s (CII) Business Confidence Survey, optimism within India Inc. remains high. The CII Business Confidence Index soared to a two-quarter high…

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) hosted the Financing Summit 3.0 from 2nd to 3rd September 2024, gathering industry leaders, government officials, and financial experts to discuss the future of India’s financial sector in the context of the nation’s ambitious vision for a ‘Viksit Bharat’ or Developed India by 2047.…

Finance is the fuel for growth, and as India aspires to achieve sustained levels of high growth, the financial sector must be adequately prepared to support this ambition. Innovative financial instruments, patient capital, and broad access to financial services down to the last mile are essential for financing this growth.…

India’s tax landscape has undergone a significant transformation with the introduction of the new income tax regime. The Union Budget 2024-25 has put emphasis on the adoption of the new income tax regime by incentivizing its adoption by taxpayers.   The changes included the new income tax slabs for FY…

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addressed the inaugural session of ‘Journey Towards Viksit Bharat: A Post Union Budget 2024-25 Conference’ organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi today. The conference presented the outline for the Government’s larger vision for growth and the…

Impact investing is a growing field in the investment landscape that seeks to generate not only financial returns but also measurable social and environmental benefits. This dual-purpose approach is transforming how investors think about their capital, moving beyond traditional philanthropy and socially responsible investing (SRI) to integrate deep, systemic change…

The Indian economy is poised for a remarkable growth trajectory in the fiscal year 2024-25, with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) projecting an impressive 8% growth rate. This optimism is rooted in the expectation that next-generation reforms will be carried forward in a mission-mode. The newly elected President of…

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the lifeblood of India’s economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and fostering regional growth. SMEs frequently encounter major obstacles when trying to obtain timely and sufficient financing, despite their crucial role in society. It is not only practical to address this crucial issue; it is…

India has set an ambitious target of becoming a prosperous country by 2047. At the recent Annual Business Summit, CII charted the course for Indian Industry in 2024-25 under the theme ‘Co-creating the Future Responsibly: Role of Business’. This year, the Summit brought together leaders and key stakeholders for deliberations…