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Despite Global Headwinds, Private Capex Persists US–India Deal Could Further Boost, Says Rajiv Memani 

CII President Rajiv Memani acknowledges that private capital expenditure has been impacted recently by trade uncertainty, tariff volatility, and delays in environmental and land approvals. However, he firmly asserts that "capex is happening" fundamental drivers like strong corporate balance sheets, low debt, and capital market access to keep investment rolling. With ₹3.5 lakh crore of new projects announced in Q1, Memani believes these initiatives reflect renewed investor confidence. He also notes that a potential US–India trade deal could further uplift industries by easing policy uncertainty. As Chairman & CEO of EY India, he stresses the urgency of workforce upskilling and regulatory reform especially in environmental and labor clearances to sustain momentum. Discover the full discussion. 

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India’s Capex Momentum Builds as Investor Confidence Grows: CII’s Rajiv Memani 

'Investors have faith in India, capex happening' - Times of India

India Business News: Rajiv Memani, the new CII president, anticipates a strong rebound in India's economic growth, despite some sectors faci

CII President Rajiv Memani emphasizes that private-sector capital expenditure is firmly on the rise, with both private and public capex now “happening” across a range of industries backed by strong balance sheets, low debt, and easy capital access. He notes that while temporary flattening occurred in the past 3–6 months, the announcement of ₹3.5 lakh crore in new projects in the June quarter signals renewed investor confidence. As Chairman & CEO of EY India, Memani underscores that sustained growth will depend on easing regulatory bottlenecks especially in environmental and labour clearances and scaling up talent development. 

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Rajiv Memani: India Must Act Now on Rare‑Earth Strategy as China Cuts Exports 

Rajiv Memani, President, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), and Chairman & CEO, EY India, called the recent Chinese restrictions on rar

Rajiv Memani, President, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), and Chairman & CEO, EY India, called the recent Chinese restrictions on rar

In this sharp Business Today discussion, Rajiv Memani, President of CII and Chairman & CEO of EY India, alerts that China’s recent rare‑earth magnet export limits should prompt immediate action in India’s industrial and climate planning. He advocates short‑term government-to-government partnerships for supply relief, alongside urgent investments to build domestic extraction and manufacturing capacity, despite challenges like radioactive materials and regulatory bottlenecks. Memani suggests that strengthening transparent, self-reliant supply chains supported by blended public-private and ESG-linked financing is vital not just for energy goals but also for sectors like electronics, EVs, and defense. EY India is positioned to support these strategic reforms grounded in resilience and competitiveness. 

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Rajiv Memani to Anil Singhvi: India’s Trade Strategy & Path to $5 Trillion Economy 

In this exclusive interview with Anil Singhvi, EY India Chairman & CEO and CII President Rajiv Memani outlines India’s strategic approach to trade and its ambition to become a $5 trillion economy. He emphasizes the importance of securing better trade agreements that benefit domestic industry, while also pursuing reforms to enhance competitiveness. Memani highlights that simplifying regulatory frameworks and incentivizing manufacturing are key to unlocking growth and investment. A must-watch for policymakers, business leaders, and anyone tracking India’s economic transformation. 

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RBI’s Support Ensures Capital Availability, Affirms CII President Rajiv Memani 

In a recent interview with The Indian Express, CII President Rajiv Memani praised the Reserve Bank of India, stating it “has done its job very proactively,” noting that abundant liquidity, CRR cuts, and simplified circulars mean access to capital is not an issue for industry. As Chairman & CEO of EY India, Memani added that despite robust balance sheets and macroeconomic support, global trade uncertainty and FTA timelines are prompting some businesses to cautiously delay large capex. He called for accelerated workforce skilling and easy business reforms to sustain investment momentum. Read the full interview here. 

‘The RBI has done its job… availability of capital not an issue for industry’: CII President

According to CII President Rajiv Memani, there is “noise” around the issue of private sector investments; industry is largely in favour of F

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Rajiv Memani: India’s Enduring Growth Story Amid Global Trade Turbulence 

In this crisp NDTV Profit segment, Rajiv Memani, President of CII and Chairman & CEO of EY India, highlights India’s economic resilience during 6–9 months of global trade headwinds. He notes that despite elevated uncertainty, investors remain bullish, underpinned by strong corporate balance sheets, solid macro fundamentals, and steady private capex. Memani adds that as geopolitical pressures ease, businesses are poised to shift from precautionary 60–70% planning back to full-scale investment. He also commends the government’s industry consultations on the India–US trade deal, reinforcing confidence in India’s strategic growth trajectory. 

Watch the full video interview on India’s resilience to explore how Rajiv Memani and EY India are navigating external challenges. 

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Rajiv Memani Advocates GST 2.0 and Stronger PLI Schemes for India Inc.

In this insightful Moneycontrol interview, Rajiv Memani, President of the CII and Chairman & CEO of EY India, emphasizes the urgent need for a more rationalized GST framework as part of a “GST 2.0” plan. He also calls for revitalized Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes to draw top-tier companies into India and accelerate manufacturing growth. Memani suggests that these fiscal reforms will enhance efficiency, attract investment, and strengthen the country’s economic resilience amid global uncertainty. This segment offers a compelling view into how targeted policy changes could unlock India’s next phase of industrial expansion. 

Watch the full Moneycontrol interview to hear his vision in detail. 

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Rajiv Memani: A Phased, Strategic India–US Trade Path for Mutual Gain

In this CNBC‑TV18 exclusive, Rajiv Memani, President of CII and Chairman & CEO of EY India, outlines a clear, strategic roadmap for the India–US trade negotiations. He highlights that a phased agreement targeting “low-hanging fruit” can deliver swift economic benefits while allowing time to address politically sensitive sectors later, ensuring no compromise on national interest or sectoral competitiveness. Memani also underscores the need to tackle high U.S. retaliatory tariffs that currently hamper export growth and calls for structural reforms like GST 2.0 and expanded PLI schemes to boost industry readiness. His message: India is well-prepared, pragmatic, and firm on securing a fair, balanced deal that supports exporters across EVs, pharmaceuticals, auto components, and textiles. 

Watch the full video interview to see how India plans to engineer a win-win trade framework. 

Link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWtvltgZ6YY