According to RBI analysis of corporate performance, which sector primarily drove the growth in sales revenue of private companies in Q3 FY26?

The manufacturing sector played the primary role in driving the growth in corporate sales revenue during Q3 FY26. RBI data indicated that more than 1,700 manufacturing companies recorded sales growth of 11.4% during the quarter. In comparison, manufacturing sales had grown 8.5% in the previous year. The strong performance of manufacturing companies contributed significantly to the overall increase in corporate sales revenue. Manufacturing remains a crucial component of India’s industrial economy, influencing output, employment, and exports.