News:The output of eight core infrastructure industries has decreased by 5.2% in September,2019 indicating the severity of the economic slowdown. Facts: All sectors in the core index with the exception of fertilisers has seen a contraction in September,2019. The experts have blamed consumption slowdown, heavy rainfall and flooding in several states as the prime reasons… Continue reading Core sector output falls 5.2% in September
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Core sector growth slows to 5.1%
According to the data released by the commerce and industry ministry, the growth in the eight core sectors has slowed down to 5.1% in May,2019.This growth was lower than the 6.3% seen in April 2019. The slowdown was led by slow growth in the coal and refinery products sector.However,the strongest performer among the eight sectors… Continue reading Core sector growth slows to 5.1%
Core sector growth at a 5 month high in March
According to the Government data,India’s growth in eight core industries has reached a five-month high of 4.7% in March,2019.It has improved due to a broad-based recovery in sectors such as cement,refinery products, steel and coal. Core industry can be defined as the main industry which has a multiplier effect on the economy.The Eight Core Industries… Continue reading Core sector growth at a 5 month high in March