Mumbai, Nov. 10 -- The Indian information technology (IT) sector is expected to register improved second half of the current financial year, supported by AI-led projects, better client engagement, and an uptick in discretionary spending, according to a report by Centrum Research.

The report highlighted that improved conversion and deal ramps are likely to drive growth in the second half of FY26 (H2FY26). Business momentum is expected to improve progressively through the second half of FY26, driven by the ramp-up of large client engagements and rising demand for AI-first services.

It stated "commentary points to a gradual recovery into H2FY26, anchored in AI-led projects, improved client engagement, and improvement in discretionary spend...