Corporate India to Need ₹115-125 Lakh Crore in Debt by FY30: Crisil Report

Current Context: The report is titled "India's Corporate Debt Needs: FY26-FY30", released by Crisil on March 8, 2025.

Contents of the Report:

• Corporate India will require ₹115-125 lakh crore in debt between FY26 and FY30.
• ₹45-50 lakh crore will be allocated for capital expenditure (capex), with 75% of investments driven by the infrastructure sector.
• The remaining ₹70-75 lakh crore will address working capital and NBFC financing.
• Highlights a potential funding gap of ₹10-20 lakh crore, emphasizing the need to strengthen the corporate bond market.

Question:

Q.1 According to Crisil's report, how much corporate debt will India require between FY26 and FY30?
a) ₹90-100 lakh crore
b) ₹100-110 lakh crore
c) ₹115-125 lakh crore
d) ₹130-140 lakh crore

Answer: c) The report estimates that Corporate India will need ₹115-125 lakh crore in debt financing between FY26 and FY30 to support economic activities, including infrastructure growth and working capital needs.