For one, there is going to be a lot more volatility around the rate of rupee, as is seen today with the Indian currency touching its lowest since September, 2013 forcing intervention by the Reserve Bank.
Secondly, Indian exports which are already under a huge pressure in major markets of the world, would see further erosion in their competitiveness as the Chinese would become much more aggressive in their desperate moves to shore up their economy.
Thirdly, if the Indian rupee is not able to keep pace with Yuan in losing value, China will further dump goods into the Indian market, making the trade deficit further widen.
“Both the RBI and the Finance Ministry should keep a very close watch and take immediate and swift actions to ensure that Indian economy does not suffer the collateral damage of the currency war among the major economies. Chances are that the US may react in a manner which may further queer the pitch”, ASSOCHAM Secretary General Mr. D S Rawat said.
He said in a single shot, China has increased the external risks for India and other EMs.
“Indian central bank along with the government and the industry must also make a move that can not only withstand the pressure from China, the US Fed but take advantage of the fast changing situation”, the chamber said.
Why always RBI and Central govt has to do all the things.
What are the supporting policies and actions taken by the Industry ?/
What are the suggesions provided by ASSOCHAM ??
What precautions the Industry or the Assocham have taken to support the Country ??
KNowing in advance what control the ASSOCHAM has taken or suggested ??