Monsoon, El Niño and market trends: NSE highlights key risks for India’s 2026 economy

India's 2026 economic outlook hinges on monsoon performance, with El Niño posing a significant risk of deficient rainfall impacting agriculture.

Meanwhile, the nation's equity investor base is rapidly expanding, becoming younger and more diverse, with a notable surge in participation from smaller cities.

Despite this growth, trading activity remains heavily concentrated among a small group of large investors across all market segments. ...