In this episode of the EY India Insights podcast, Agneshwar Sen, Associate Partner and Leader, Trade Policy Advisor, EY India, discusses the landmark India-EU FTA with Shri Anant Swarup, Senior Advisor and former Additional Secretary, Department of Commerce, and India's Chief Negotiator for the EU-India FTA when it commenced in 2021. Shri Swarup highlights the key advantages and opportunities that Indian enterprises and professionals can look for in the FTA, and the unprecedented cross-market access it creates between the two economies.

Key takeaways

• The India-EU FTA creates a combined market of 2 billion consumers, boosting trade potential.
• Apart from conventional areas like goods and services, this deal includes digital trade, government procurement, and more.
• India supplies only 2.6% of EU imports of US$3 trillion, while is indicative of the massive opportunities.
• Wider scope across goods, services and digital trade expected to create long‑term growth avenues.

Tune in to the episode to understand how the India–EU FTA could unlock new growth opportunities for Indian businesses across global markets.

In this episode of Budget Insights, part of the EY India Insights podcast series, Parul Nagpal, Partner – Indirect Tax at EY India, highlights how Budget 2026 can accelerate EV adoption through stable tax policy, stronger incentives and improved charging and battery manufacturing infrastructure.

Key takeaways

• Long‑term EV investment requires predictable, stable rules.
• Budget 2026 may expand PLI funding, widen product coverage and allow fresh applicants.
• EV loan tax benefits, priority‑lending access and lower GST on spares can improve affordability.
• Industry seeks clarity on the Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnet scheme.
• Strengthening Bharat Trade Net and the Export Promotion Mission can boost global market access.

Tune in to learn how Budget 2026 could accelerate India’s green mobility transition.

In this episode of Budget Insights, a podcast series from EY India Insights, Dr. D.K. Srivastava, Chief Policy Advisor at EY India, highlights areas that Budget 2026 could focus on in terms of fiscal consolidation, growth amid geopolitical uncertainties and government expenditure priorities. A distinguished economist and member of the Advisory Council to the 16th Finance Commission, Dr. Srivastava provides macroeconomic perspectives on tax revenue trends, expenditure patterns and revised estimates, offering a nuanced view of the emerging economic landscape.

Key takeaways

• To maintain a fiscal deficit–to–GDP ratio of 4.4% in FY26, adjustments — particularly in revenue expenditure — may be necessary to offset the shortfall in revenue receipts.
• Broadly, the nominal growth assumption for FY27 could be around 9.5%, supported by a real GDP growth projection of 6.5%.
• With major personal income tax and GST reforms already implemented, Budget 2026 is unlikely to introduce significant tax changes.
• The quality of fiscal consolidation has improved, reflected in the decline in the revenue deficit–to–fiscal deficit ratio.
• Revenue expenditure rationalization remains key, driven largely by further reductions in subsidies.

Tune in to understand how Budget 2026 may shape India’s fiscal strategy by balancing consolidation with growth

In this episode of Budget Insights, a podcast series from EY India Insights, Sandeep M Bhatnagar, Associate Partner, Indirect Tax at EY India highlights areas that Budget 2026 could focus on in indirect taxes, customs and trade policy to improve industry’s competitiveness and exports.

Key takeaways

• In Budget 2026, the government may announce measures to boost private investment.
• Regular review of duty rates and exemptions should continue.
• As India aims to be a global player, the focus may be on removing distortions like inverted duties rather than protectionism.
• Customs facilitation, simplification, speedier customs clearances supported by automation can reduce transaction costs.
• More focus is needed to remove revenue bias in adjudication and appeals.

Tune in to explore how Budget 2026 could reshape India’s indirect tax and trade landscape to drive exports and long-term growth.

In this episode of Budget Insights, part of the EY India Insights podcast series, Sonu Iyer, National Leader, People Advisory Services – Tax, EY India, shares her perspectives on how Budget 2026 could impact individuals, employees and employers. She explores potential tax rebates, measures to ease compliance and the role of digitalization in strengthening trust between taxpayers and the tax administration. The discussion also highlights opportunities to improve taxpayer experience, data-driven administration and faster dispute resolution.

Key takeaways

• Enhanced tax rebates could provide relief to low-income earners.
• Simplified return forms and proactive notifications can ease compliance.
• Digital frameworks can improve taxpayer awareness and transparency.
• Faster, tech-enabled dispute resolution and mediation can reduce bottlenecks.

Tune in to understand how Budget 2026 could reshape the individual tax landscape.

In this episode of Budget Insights, part of the EY India Insights podcast series, Raju Kumar, Partner and Tax Leader – Energy sector, EY India, examines how Budget 2026 can accelerate India’s clean energy transition. He discusses policy and fiscal levers to strengthen renewables, green mobility and large-scale energy storage, while highlighting the role of a diversified energy mix—including long-term options such as nuclear—in achieving sustainable growth and energy security.

Key takeaways

• Budget 2026 can balance energy security, affordability and transition through system-level policy support.
• Securing critical minerals is vital for resilient EV and battery ecosystems.
• Grid modernization and energy storage can enhance stability and reduce costs.
• Incentives and subsidies can scale green hydrogen and smart grids.

Tune in to explore how Budget 2026 could shape India’s energy future.

In this episode of the EY India Insights Podcast – Budget Insights, Ravi Mahajan, Partner, Technology, Media & Telecom at EY India, shares his perspectives on expectations from Budget 2026 for the technology sector.

Ravi explores how sharper focus on AI and digital infrastructure, enhanced tax certainty, and simplified compliance could shape the future of the TMT industry. He discusses potential priorities for the government, key challenges businesses may face, and opportunities to accelerate innovation through targeted tax benefits for new technologies, R&D, start-ups and GCCs.

Tune in to understand how Budget 2026 could drive tech-led growth, strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem, and enable businesses to scale with greater confidence.

Discover how the finance function has evolved over the decades in this insightful conversation featuring Sardul Seth, Partner and CHS Consulting leader, EY India, Meghal Sheth, CFO, Mars Wrigley, India and Kumar Gaurav Partner, Finance Transformation, EY India

In this episode, Meghal shares his journey from traditional bookkeeping to becoming a business co-pilot, addressing challenges like dynamic business environments, digitalization, and talent management. Kumar adds depth by outlining the four key building blocks of finance transformation: digital operations, insights, talent upskilling, and governance.

Gain actionable insights into:

• Embracing change and transformation as a leader and team member.

• Leveraging technology and real-time data for business growth.

• Building a future-ready finance function that drives value.

Listen now to shape the future of your finance function!

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