06.10.202505:00:00UTC+00India's Services Sector Growth Moderates in September as PMI Slips from August's Highs

India's services sector witnessed a modest slowdown in growth during September, according to the latest S&P Global Services PMI data released on October 6, 2025. The index, a significant indicator of the sector's economic health, recorded a decline from the robust August figure of 63.2 to 60.9 in September.

Although this decrease highlights a slowdown, it's important to note that the PMI figure still indicates expansion, as any reading above 50 suggests growth in the sector. Nonetheless, the dip suggests a cooling from the scorching pace observed the previous month. Analysts will be closely watching this development, contemplating its implications for the joyous festival season that lies ahead.

Despite the slight dip, the services sector continues to be a robust contributor to India's economy. Analysts attribute the decline to factors such as evolving market conditions and adjustments in consumer demand. Yet, with a reading solidly in expansionary territory, confidence remains that the sector will continue to bolster economic momentum in the coming months.