ADB Lowers India's GDP Growth Forecast to 6.5% Amid Economic Concerns

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- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) revised India's GDP growth forecast to 6.5%.
- This change is due to weaker private investment and housing demand.
- India's GDP growth fell to a 7-quarter low of 5.4%.
- The ADB noted potential US trade policy changes could impact growth.
- Despite revisions, ADB remains optimistic about agricultural output and the services sector.
- Indicators like PMI for industry and services suggest a recovery.
- Lower-than-expected Brent crude prices may ease inflationary pressures.
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