Trump Claims India’s a “Dead Economy”? Let’s Check the Facts
Recently, U.S. President Donald Trump has been making a lot of remarks, some bold, some bizarre. From claiming credit for ceasefires to taking jabs at China, Russia, and even India, he’s been on a bit of a comment spree. But one statement really got people talking, Trump called the Indian economy a “dead economy.”
Naturally, the internet (and quite a few Indian politicians) had a field day. While many were furious, others were busy rolling their eyes at what seemed like yet another baseless comment. Why? Because anyone paying attention knows India’s economy is very much alive, and thriving!
And now, the facts are on our side. The picture is clearer than ever, and I’ll tell you exactly why Trump’s comment doesn’t hold up!
So, Is India really a “dead economy,” as Donald Trump recently claimed? The reality backed by global indicators paints a very different picture.
S&P Upgraded India’s Long-Term Sovereign Credit Rating From ‘BBB-‘ To ‘BBB’
First, S&P just upgraded India’s long-term sovereign credit rating from ‘BBB-‘ to ‘BBB’, This is the first upgrade in 18 years. The short-term rating also jumped to ‘A-2.’ Global institutions see India as a more stable, mature, and credible economy.
The funny thing is tht President donald Trump did not see this coming from a company situated in his ow province!
While pushing teh rating, S&P highlighted India’s intelligent monetary policy, strong economic resilience, and prudent fiscal management.
What is the outlook? “Stable”, a vote of confidence for investors and businesses. It’s like getting a big financial green light.
But wait—there’s more:
- India is emerging as one of the fastest-growing major economies.
- The IMF projects 6.4% GDP growth in 2025, well ahead of most developed countries, including the U.S.
- Far from down and out, India is gaining praise for its robust domestic demand, policy-driven economic reforms, and long-term investment appeal.
So next time someone says India’s economy is “dead,” feel free to counter with this: global institutions think otherwise. India’s not just alive—it’s building momentum, and the best might still be ahead.
Netizen Take A Jab At US President After The S&P Credit Rating
11) And it’s not just the sovereign rating that went up.
S&P also revised India’s Transfer & Convertibility (T&C) assessment — which measures the risk of moving capital in and out of the country — to ‘A-’ from ‘BBB+’.
This signals to global investors that India’s capital… pic.twitter.com/BEYBiW6bVv
— DeepDownAnalysis (@deepdownanlyz) August 14, 2025
S&P upgrades India’s credit rating to ‘BBB’ from ‘BBB-‘, Outlook Stable
For the first time in 18 years, India’s sovereign credit rating has been upgraded by S&P Global Ratings
Dead Economy, Who 🤔!!
Thank you for your kind attention to this matter 😉 pic.twitter.com/CnNxjY73Cx
— Tanmay 🇮🇳 (@Tanmay_31_) August 14, 2025
Balakbuddhi Rahul Gandhi may keep pushing his “dead economy” delusion, but the world’s top rating agencies are telling a very different story.
S&P Global has just upgraded India from BBB- to BBB, citing:
✅ Political commitment to fiscal consolidation alongside strong… pic.twitter.com/pYF9K4RTbp— Amit Malviya (@amitmalviya) August 14, 2025
Dead Economy?
A Tight Slap on enemies of India. Trump and Rahul can cry together!
S&P upgrades India’s rating from “BBB-” to “BBB”, thanks to Modi Govt’s policy stability & infra push. pic.twitter.com/tqOTzX9zVr
— Facts (@BefittingFacts) August 14, 2025
Global ratings agency S&P has upgraded India’s credit rating for the first time in nearly two decades, bumping the country from BBB to BBB- with a stable outlook, and invaliding Donald Trump’s eyebrow-raising ‘India is a dead economy’. pic.twitter.com/utXKKb2FJT
— The Brief (@thebriefworld) August 15, 2025
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