New Delhi: India’s ambition to ascend as the world’s third-largest economy, with a valuation of $4-5 trillion, appears increasingly challenging.

According to a statement by Kashmir Media Service, a multinational investment bank and financial services company, the Indian economy has entered a structural slowdown. This deceleration is attributed to a sustained decline in credit growth, foreign direct investment, export competitiveness, and earnings potential.

The issues at hand are not merely cyclical but represent a more profound structural challenge. UBS advises investors to short India’s rupee and adopt a cautious stance on Indian stocks. The bank’s research group highlights the vulnerability of India’s growth to external factors, especially the rising US Treasury yields.

The Indian rupee has depreciated to unprecedented levels against the US dollar, while the nation’s bonds are witnessing significant outflows. The Reserve Bank of India is confronted with a difficult choice regarding interest rate cuts, as any monetary easing could weaken rupee carry and affect capital flows.

The ongoing economic slowdown raises questions about India’s capability to reach its ambitious economic target.