Major changes are being made in the new calculation of GDP from Base Year, Factor Cost to Market Price, which will make the economic picture of the country more transparent and realistic. Earlier GDP was measured mainly on the basis of Factor Cost, but now Tax and Subsidy will also be directly included on the basis of Market Price. This will make it clear what price the consumer is actually paying for a product or service. Data of lakhs of companies is being added through MCA-21 Database, which will reveal the real participation of digital and service sector. This will have a direct impact on inflation, tax policy and the pockets of common people.

The expectations of investors and industry regarding Budget 2026 are quite high this time. This budget, to be presented on February 1, is expected to have a special focus on income tax policy, capital gains relief and sector-wise allocation. According to the Economic Survey, growth in FY27 is estimated between 6.8% to 7.2%, which has strengthened the confidence of markets and businesses. Gold, healthcare, MedTech, infrastructure and service sectors are expected to get major relief. This time the stock markets will be open on Budget Day, due to which immediate market reaction to policies and announcements will be seen. Now everyone’s eyes are on how effectively the government can deliver on these high expectations.