A leading indicator of optimism
Voice of the womenpreneurs
Assessment on five dimensions of optimism
Analysis of trends in optimism
Real-life applicability with strong methodology
Combined index score signalling overall optimism
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A leading indicator of optimism
Voice of the womenpreneurs
Assessment on five dimensions of optimism
Analysis of trends in optimism
Real-life applicability with strong methodology
Combined index score signalling overall optimism
Slightly declined by 24 basis points from 72.86 in the second edition indicating that overall confidence among women entrepreneurs continues to be buoyant, despite slight softening.
The Business Performance Sub-Index retreated to 65.57 in the third edition, down from 73.78 in the second edition, amid subdued domestic demand and higher input prices.
Up from 64.16 in the second edition. The strong improvement aligns with continued progress in access to formal credit, although funds remain constrained.
Increased from 75.77 in the second edition. Women entrepreneurs’ confidence has seen a modest recovery in terms of acquiring new skills and knowledge.
Improved from 77.88 in the second edition. The uptick suggests improved optimism among women entrepreneurs to invest in digital tools and technologies.
Improved from 71.18 in the second edition, reflecting growing optimism around support from the government as well as from the business ecosystem.
However, digital adoption optimism among businesswomen from Tier 2 cities softened. Women entrepreneurs in smaller cities likely continue to face barriers to digital adoption.
Women entrepreneurs are increasingly using digital tools to acquire customers, improve operational efficiency and scale beyond local markets.