Flash Report 8 minutesRegister for Free AccessA Primer on the Indian Economy— 1Q18 GDP Growth Rate the Slowest in 13 Quarters Coresight Research September 11, 2017 Executive Summary The Indian government has implemented two key initiatives in the past 12 months that have had a negative impact on the economy: demonetization of high-value bank notes and putting into action a new goods and services tax (GST) regime. In 1Q18, India’s GDP growth was 5.7%, the slowest in 13 quarters. Other economic indicators, such as the CPI and the unemployment rate, seem to tell a more positive story. Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? Register for a free user account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Mixed Signals—Economic Optimism Continues But Consumers Feel the Strain on Personal Finances: China Consumer Survey InsightsInnovator Profile: PlayAbly—Creating Engaging, Branded Experiences with AI-Powered Shoppable GamesStore Tracker Extra: US Store Openings and Closures 2024 Review and 2025 OutlookWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 7: Aldi and Skechers USA Announce Store Expansion Plans; Joann To Close 500 Stores