India's PMI surges in June, steel and services sectors drive economic growth: SBI

In June 2024, India's manufacturing sector saw a surge in the Purchasing Managers' Index and hiring activity, while the Eight Core Industries Index expanded by 6.5%. Steel demand boomed, driven by real estate, but auto sales slowed. The services sector excelled in digital payments, with strong domestic and international sales growth. Power consumption and UPI transactions also hit record highs, indicating a robust economic landscape for India in FY25.