Smallcase managers are looking ahead to the Union Budget 2025-26, with a strong focus on income tax reforms to boost consumer spending. They also expect policies that prioritise sustainable economic growth, including incentives for key sectors like renewable energy, manufacturing, and startups. While confidence in fiscal discipline is high, managers anticipate increased government borrowing to fund growth-driving investments.
The recently released Smallcase Managers Budget 2025-26 Survey Report sheds light on key expectations from the upcoming Union Budget. Conducted among over 100 managers on the Smallcase platform, the survey highlights a strong consensus on the need for tax reforms, sectoral incentives, and policies prioritizing sustainable economic growth.
Fiscal Discipline and Borrowing Trends
Over 50% of surveyed managers expressed confidence in the government's fiscal prudence, expecting the fiscal deficit f
Daily Limit Reached
You have reached your daily limit of 2 Free News
Subscribe to
CCI PRO
for unlimited access
Why Upgrade to
CCI PRO?
-
No Ads
-
WhatsApp Community
-
Daily E-Newsletter
-
Unlimited News Access
-
Profile Visitors
-
Link Social Profiles
-
Featured Job Posts
-
Pro Badge
-
Expert GST Guidance
-
Unlimited Forum Replies
-
Download Content in PDF
1 Year PLAN
1999
(Excl. of GST ₹359)
BEST VALUE
2 Years PLAN
3499
(Excl. of GST ₹629)
3 Months PLAN
999
(Excl. of GST ₹179)
View all CCI PRO benfits
Already a PRO member?
Login here
for an ad-free experience.
FAQ :
Smallcase managers expect tax reforms, sectoral incentives, and policies focused on sustainable economic growth.
Managers advocate for higher exemption limits and streamlined tax slabs to increase disposable incomes and bolster consumption.
Infrastructure, defence, renewable energy, semiconductors, green energy, electronics, healthcare, education, and logistics are expected to see significant attention and investment.
Most managers predict GDP growth between 6-7%, with a majority expecting inflation to be between 4-5%, aligning with RBI targets.
A significant majority (75%) of managers anticipate increased government borrowing to fund growth-oriented expenditure.
They predict a shift from politically motivated subsidies towards growth-oriented capital investments in infrastructure, healthcare, and skill development.