The Indian government has announced that industrial output data for October 2025 will be released on December 1. The figures, covering the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) and core sector performance, are expected to provide insights into manufacturing strength, infrastructure growth, and overall economic momentum ahead of the Union Budget.
India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry has confirmed that the country’s industrial output data for October 2025 will be published on December 1. The release will include the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) and performance of the eight core industries, which together account for nearly 40% of the IIP. Policymakers and analysts are closely watching these numbers to gauge the health of the economy amid easing inflation and steady corporate sector expansion.
Key highlights from the announcement include
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The October 2025 industrial output data will be released on December 1.
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The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) will provide a measure of manufacturing and industrial activity.
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Eight core industries including coal, steel, cement, electricity, and refinery products will be part of the release.
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Preliminary reports show the core sector index remained steady at 162.4 in October 2025.
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Positive growth was recorded in fertilizers, steel, cement, and petroleum refinery products.
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The data will be crucial for assessing momentum ahead of the FY26 Union Budget.
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Industrial output trends are expected to influence fiscal and monetary policy decisions.
This release will serve as a key indicator of India’s economic resilience, offering clarity on whether industrial growth is keeping pace with broader macroeconomic targets.
Sources: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Office of Economic Adviser, DEA Monthly Economic Review