Mumbai Event report
IFCCI - Understanding Economic Dynamics and Resilience in 2025
IFCCI in association with Kotak Mahindra Bank organised an exclusive event on 'Understanding Economic Dynamics and Resilience in 2025'
The Indo-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IFCCI) in association with Kotak Mahindra Bank organised an exclusive event on
'Understanding Economic Dynamics and Resilience in 2025'
on 09th July 2025 in Mumbai.
The session commenced with opening remarks by Ms.Shweta Pahuja, Regional Director – Western Region, IFCCI, who greeted attendees and set the stage for a substantive discussion. Ms. Poornima Nasare, President and Head – Treasury & Senior Leader at Kotak Mahindra Bank, provided an introduction and overview of the global and domestic economic environment, framing the context for the subsequent fireside chat.
The fireside chat was moderated by Mr. Davind Handa, Regional Head – Treasury Corporate Sales – North & East India at Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. Expert insights were shared by Ms. Upasna Bhardwaj, Chief Economist at Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. and Ms. Nasare.
Key discussion highlights included:
Shifts in the U.S. tariff landscape and their extensive worldwide effects
Japan’s ongoing inflationary pressures and the ripple effects on the U.S. economy
Global economic slowdowns, largely influenced by policy uncertainties, contrasted with India’s resilience and strategic positioning
A comparative analysis of current inflation trends across India, the U.S., Japan, and Europe, along with forward-looking projections for the Indian economy
The restructuring of global supply chains, highlighting emerging opportunities for India in a rapidly evolving global order
The event concluded with an interactive Q/A session. Attendees found the session insightful, gaining valuable perspectives on the geo-strategic shifts and India’s position in the global economy.
