
Beyond the Plate: Indian Households Shift Spending to Services and Non-Food Items
A new SBI Research report reveals a shift in Indian household consumption, with spending moving toward services and non-food items.
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A new SBI Research report reveals a shift in Indian household consumption, with spending moving toward services and non-food items.

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