What is that one big number to watch out for in budget 2019?

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What is that one big number to watch out for in budget 2019?

WebDesk BTVI
Feb 01 2019

The markets will keep an eye on the fiscal deficit number as the path of fiscal prudence has benefited the economy, said Nilesh Shah, MD of Kotak AMC. Sajid Chinoy, Chief India Economist at JP Morgan believes that the government will stick to 3.3% fiscal deficit target.