Confused? You’re not alone. For NRIs, this split tells a deeper story: strong GDP doesn’t mean stocks will soar. Markets react to oil prices, US rates, global politics, and rupee swings; not just local growth. A ₹81 lakh crore economy is great. But if the rupee drops or FPIs pull out, your returns in dollars take a hit. Long-term investors? Ignore the noise. Short-term? Think twice. The real lesson: don’t invest based on one headline. Match your timeline, risk, and currency exposure; not just the GDP number. Smart money looks beyond the surface.