India Economy Thread

[Raj-Hindustani]

Motorcycle driving is largely banned in Chinese cities, so there are no really strong domestic motorcycle manufacturers.

But even industries that China has given up on are not that countries like India can challenge.

No one asking and saying about status in china

This is just a business - india is doing well because they able to produce the realible product even the cost is low.

What you are saying - just are excuses and fact is that china unable to provide them as per the demand with reliable products... That's the reason - failing in African market

 

[MH.Yang]

No one asking and saying about status in china

This is just a business - india is doing well because they able to produce the realible product even the cost is low.

What you are saying - just are excuses and fact is that china unable to provide them as per the demand with reliable products... That's the reason - failing in African market

Indian motorcycles are cheaper than Chinese ones, and the African market has always been very sensitive to price. Also, Indian motorcycle companies can offer long-term loans no down payment, while Chinese companies usually don't offer financing for low-priced goods.

The victories of Indian motorcycle companies in the African market are understandable. But it is absurd to use the victories in the African market to belittle the quality of Chinese motorcycle. Chinese motorcycle companies have an absolute advantage in the markets of high-income countries.

 

[-OG-]

Indian manufacturers were just able to fill the requirements of the African markets. Nothing else to discuss.

 

[Master Chief]

Loll you're right, only high quality comes from Gina.
Harley-Davidson needs to give up.

Laugh all you like. Chinese motorbikes are very underrated. They offer similar functionality and specs to high end Japanese bikes but at a lower price bracket. Write them off at your peril.

 

[Michael]

Laugh all you like. Chinese motorbikes are very underrated. They offer similar functionality and specs to high end Japanese bikes but at a lower price bracket. Write them off at your peril.

This statement is inaccurate.

Regarding motorcycles, we acknowledge that our high-end motorcycles still lag behind those from Japan and Western countries. At the very least, you won't see Chinese-made motorcycles in top-tier global motorcycle competitions.

The core of the problem is that China has no intention of developing this industry.

A fundamental business principle: you can't beat something by simply replicating it.

You need to change your mindset to achieve a breakthrough.

Latest news from Japanese media:
Vietnam is preparing to completely phase out gasoline-powered motorcycles......

Gasoline-powered motorcycles are a sunset industry.

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We fully understand India's development in the field of gasoline-powered motorcycles, and we have no intention of replacing India in this field.

There's something very interesting.
Recently, regarding the new subway trains in Boston, USA, some American politicians were heavily promoting the "Made in America" aspect.
Then, some people went to verify this news. They discovered something interesting. This is the manufacturing nameplate of the subway train.


If anyone is interested, perhaps they could check out Indian fuel-powered motorcycles and see what "surprises" they might find.

 

[Thinking]

Some improvement on trade data. Festival is over and diversification seems to be work in progress. Weak rupee should help further.

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[Thinking]

India's GDP to Grow 7% in FY26, Crisil Raises Growth Forecast

The ratings and analytics firm revised its GDP forecast following first-half growth of 8 per cent, which exceeded market expectations

www.deccanchronicle.com

something on economy.

 

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[CallSignMaverick]

India's Exports Hit 10-Year High in November 2025
Last updated
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Imports dropped 1.9 percent to $62.66 billion, shrinking the goods trade deficit to $24.53 billion—the narrowest in five months. Key performers included electronics up 39 percent to $4.81 billion, engineering goods rising 24 percent to $11.01 billion, and gems and jewelry climbing 28 percent. Exports to the US grew 22.6 percent to $6.98 billion despite new tariffs, while services trade added a $18 billion surplus. Year-to-date, total exports including services reached $562.13 billion, up 5.4 percent.

 

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[Michael]

There are many "proud" Indian members here who are promoting various great "Made in India" products.

Here's an interesting video. I suggest you watch it patiently before sharing your thoughts.

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[东风夜放花千树]

This statement is inaccurate.

Regarding motorcycles, we acknowledge that our high-end motorcycles still lag behind those from Japan and Western countries. At the very least, you won't see Chinese-made motorcycles in top-tier global motorcycle competitions.

The core of the problem is that China has no intention of developing this industry.

A fundamental business principle: you can't beat something by simply replicating it.

You need to change your mindset to achieve a breakthrough.

Latest news from Japanese media:
Vietnam is preparing to completely phase out gasoline-powered motorcycles......

Gasoline-powered motorcycles are a sunset industry.

======================================================

We fully understand India's development in the field of gasoline-powered motorcycles, and we have no intention of replacing India in this field.

There's something very interesting.
Recently, regarding the new subway trains in Boston, USA, some American politicians were heavily promoting the "Made in America" aspect.
Then, some people went to verify this news. They discovered something interesting. This is the manufacturing nameplate of the subway train.
View attachment 165464

If anyone is interested, perhaps they could check out Indian fuel-powered motorcycles and see what "surprises" they might find.

I remember an example you shared, a one-yuan lighter. If it were taken out of China's industrial supply chain, the production cost of this product would increase significantly.

 

[Michael]

I remember an example you shared, a one-yuan lighter. If it were taken out of China's industrial supply chain, the production cost of this product would increase significantly.

YES.

This is just an inconspicuous item with not much advanced technology involved.

But,

There are no more than 10 countries in the world that can manufacture it entirely domestically. But no country can do it like China, selling it at a price of 1 RMB each while still maintaining profitability.
In countries/regions surrounding China, its selling price is 4 to 10 times higher than in mainland China.

Understanding the logic behind this issue is key to understanding "Made in China."

 

[东风夜放花千树]

YES.

This is just an inconspicuous item with not much advanced technology involved.

But,

There are no more than 10 countries in the world that can manufacture it entirely domestically. But no country can do it like China, selling it at a price of 1 RMB each while still maintaining profitability.
In countries/regions surrounding China, its selling price is 4 to 10 times higher than in mainland China.

Understanding the logic behind this issue is key to understanding "Made in China."

Russia is almost driven crazy by the large amount of Indian rupee foreign exchange, as its liquidity is too poor and its acceptance is too low. Reuters reported that Russian oil traders have started demanding that India's state-owned refineries settle in Chinese yuan.

Does this mean that the Indian economy is largely inflated?