Composite Index stands at 72.86

Up by 392 basis points from 68.93 for Oct-Dec 2024, indicating a healthy business environment for women entrepreneurs.

Business Performance Sub-Index at 73.78

Increasing from 66.57 in Oct-Dec 2024. Confidence has improved on the back of strong domestic demand expectations.

Business Financial Confidence Sub-Index at 64.16

up from 58.45 in Oct-Dec 2024. Optimism is being driven by improved access to formal credit but challenges in accessing finance remain.

Business Skills Confidence Sub-Index at 75.77

Declining from 77.02 in Oct-Dec 2024. Women entrepreneurs’ confidence in acquiring new skills and knowledge has dampened.

Business Digital Adoption Confidence stands at 77.88

A slight decline from 78.89 in Oct-Dec 2024, possibly due to more caution being exercised in making tech investments.

Business Support Channels Confidence Sub-Index stands at 71.18

Improved from 67.68 in Oct-Dec 2024, reflecting improved perception of support provided by the government.

Business Skills Confidence drops across Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities

Decline suggests emerging gaps across key skill areas, reinforcing the importance of ongoing development and upskilling to adapt to shifting business needs

Women entrepreneurs from Tier 2 cities more optimistic in deploying digital technologies

This indicates that women entrepreneurs in smaller cities are increasingly embracing digital tools and technologies – despite relatively weaker confidence in their business performance.

optimismindex – Standard Chartered India

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