Budget 2026 should prioritise growth: EY India

The union budget 2026 should continue with growth-focused policies, greater tax certainty and targeted sector-led investments, amid an uncertain global economic environment, calls EY India.

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The firm noted that the upcoming Budget will play a critical role in sustaining India's growth momentum while balancing fiscal discipline with long term competitiveness. In its budget expectations note, EY India said the government should adopt a forward-looking fiscal strategy that strengthens investor confidence and encourages higher private sector participation. According to the firm, sustained public investment, predictable tax policies and focused reforms across key sectors could help India remain resilient in a volatile global economy.

Commenting on investment priorities, Sameer Gupta, National Tax Leader, EY India, said the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme could be expanded to cover emerging technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, space and robotics.