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As the Union Budget for FY 2026-27 approaches, expectations are building around tax reforms aimed at boosting consumption rather than offering headline-grabbing giveaways. Industry experts believe the upcoming budget is likely to focus on simplifying the tax regime, improving predictability and ensuring smoother implementation ofGST 2.0 to support economic growth. Rather than populist measures, the government is expected to emphasise structural tax reforms that enhance disposable income and str
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FAQ :
The Union Budget for FY 2026-27 is expected to focus on tax reforms aimed at boosting consumption and economic growth, with an emphasis on simplification and efficient implementation rather than populist giveaways.
Direct tax measures are expected to play a key role in stimulating household consumption by increasing disposable incomes. Modest increases in standard deductions or allowances related to housing, insurance, and retirement savings are suggested.
For GST 2.0 to achieve its intended impact, experts believe it needs strong operational support, including detailed circulars, clear instructions, a streamlined registration process, and timely refunds.
Strong GST collections, crossing ₹1.70 lakh crore in December 2025, indicate improved taxpayer compliance and a growing formalisation of the economy.
Businesses continue to face challenges such as valuation disputes, place of supply issues, blocked input tax credits, and working capital pressures due to delayed refunds.
The overall expectation is for the Budget FY 2026-27 to focus on tax certainty, simplification, and execution efficiency to support consumption, improve the ease of doing business, and sustain long-term economic growth.
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