New Delhi, Jan. 23 -- After losing some momentum at the end of calendar year 2025, growth across India's private sector economy bounced back in January, with early survey data indicating a quicker upturn for manufacturers than for service providers.

According to HSBC's Flash India Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), released on Friday, there were quicker increases in new orders and output, alongside the reinstatement of job creation and a rebound in business confidence in January.

The flash survey, an advance estimate ahead of final PMI readings, offers an early indication of shifts in economic sentiment and output.

The HSBC Flash India Composite PMI Output Index, compiled by S&P Global, is expected to rise to 59.5 in January from an 11-...