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Urban households feel the pinch as jobs, prices raise economic worries

More than 54 percent of urban households believe that economic conditions have worsened over the past year. Concerns regarding employment and rising prices are significantly impacting consumer confidence among respondents. The Reserve Bank of India noted a decline in both the Current Situation Index and Future Expectations Index this September. Despite the economic concerns, household sentiment regarding income and spending remains optimistic.

8 Oct 2026 2:40 pm