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Where leaders turn to for clarity
Where leaders turn to for clarity

From quick monthly briefs to deep-dive thematic studies, our research offers a continuous stream of intelligence, built for decision-makers.

IMA India’s research turns complexity into clarity. It helps leaders see patterns in the noise—whether in terms of policy, markets or business sentiment—and translate them into confident, informed action.

Research Desk

We think for India’s leaders

With extensive expertise across industries, markets and leadership domains, research team, comprising seasoned professionals and domain experts, data-driven analysis and thought leadership to inform strategy, benchmark performance and support informed decision-making.

With extensive expertise across industries, markets and leadership domains, IMA India’s research group comprising seasoned professionals and domain experts combines rigorous research, data-driven analysis and thought leadership to inform strategy, benchmark performance and support informed decision-making.

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SHAPING EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVES

Insights built for business leaders

1.
Independent and credible

No noise, no clutter, just data and interpretation that leaders trust.

2.
Distilled and time-efficient

Structured for busy CXOs; every word earns its place.

3.
Continuously updated

Monthly, quarterly and annual releases keep you in the know:

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Establishing clear benchmarks

Compare your business with its true peers.

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Written with clarity

Research that reads like thought: concise, reflective and clear.

INSIGHTS FOR THE C-SUITE

A continuous stream of intelligence

IMA India’s research suite covers the entire decision horizon—from near-term business sentiment to long-term structural shifts. It delivers high-quality reports tailored to IMA Forums, throughout the year.

Barometers of Confidence Leadership Perspectives Regional and Topical Intelligence In-Depth Research
Business Confidence Performance Index Report

A respected quarterly barometer of business sentiment, capturing CXO perspectives on growth, risk and opportunity. Helps you benchmark sentiment and performance.

Operating Environment Assessment Paper

A quarterly compass that decodes India’s macroeconomic, policy and political landscape, offering succinct insights on the near-term.

Executive Briefings

by Adit Jain

Editorials with personality. Adit Jain’s expert commentary blends economics, politics, markets and culture, offering leaders a rare interpretive view of India’s evolving landscape.

Session

Summaries

A sharp distillation of key insights and takeaways from IMA Forum sessions — keeping valuable discussions alive and actionable long after they end.

India
Brief

A crisp, one-page monthly update that distils what’s shaping India’s political, policy and market environments.

APAC
Watch

A concise, penetrating view into the APAC region’s fast-changing political and economic landscape; essential for cross-border leaders.

Research
Papers

Evidence-based papers, case studies and long-form research created by IMA’s in-house experts, turning rigorous analysis into usable intelligence.

Thematic
Reports

In-depth explorations of key business and policy themes, rich with data and expert perspectives, validated by a mix of primary and secondary research

Macroeconomic
Updates

A biannual deck for CEOs and CFOs, featuring charts, indicators and forecasts. A ready reference for board reviews and strategic planning.

Special Access Publications

Exclusive research on emerging strategic themes, for leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve. Available at preferential rates for members.

Co-Branded
Reports

Melding IMA’s in-house research capabilities and unparalleled access to the business community with our partners’ domain expertise and thought leadership

Research hub
PARTNERED ENGAGEMENTS
Your business through an IMA lens

Commissioned Proprietary Research Focused on your company’s strategic priorities and business goals. Conducted independently by IMA India’s research group.

Co-branded research Co-created, insightful, high-impact studies and reports to address key business challenges and shape industry dialogue.

Partnered engagements
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