New Delhi, Jan. 27 -- The Indian business community remains optimistic about the country's economic trajectory despite global headwinds, according to the latest 'Pre-Budget Survey 2026-27' released by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). The survey reveals that nearly 80 per cent of respondents expressed confidence in India's growth prospects, with half of the participants expecting a GDP growth rate between 7 and 8 per cent in the upcoming fiscal year.

This sentiment highlights a strong faith in the nation's "medium-term fundamentals despite persistent global uncertainties," while reinforcing the importance of the government's fiscal consolidation roadmap.

As the Union Budget approaches, industry leaders ...