India’s rapid economic growth has the attention of the world. It has overtaken China as the world's most populous country, and it's tipped to move from the fifth to the third largest economy in the next few years. The growth is being driven domestically by the country's burgeoning and youthful population, massive infrastructure programs, significant investments in clean energy, and a growing stock market. In this episode of No Ordinary Wednesday, Ali Nortier, Joint Head of National Wealth Management for Investec Wealth & Investment, along with Neo Mahlangu, Regional Head of Investec Private Bank discuss India's growth story, its trajectory, its future prospects, and explore opportunities for investors.

00:00 - Introduction

01:10 – What is driving India’s rapid economic growth?

02:26 – Is India’s economic growth sustainable?

04:05 – What makes India’s economy resilient?

05:28 – How will India’s majority young population contribute to its economic growth?

06:16 – Where do investment opportunities lie in India?

08:30 – What challenges could impede India’s growth aspirations?

11:25 – What are the key sectors to look out for in India?

13:36 – India’s business growth

14:51 – What are the key considerations for investing in India?

17:17 – Lessons from India?

19:50 – Impressions of India?

Hosted by seasoned broadcaster, Jeremy Maggs, the No Ordinary Wednesday podcast unpacks the latest economic, business and political news in South Africa, with an all-star cast of investment and wealth managers, economists and financial planners from Investec. Listen in every second Wednesday for an in-depth look at what's moving markets, shaping the economy, and changing the game for your wallet and your business.

Read more on www.investec.com/now Investec Focus Radio SA