AI Boosts MSME Manufacturing Growth Projections

PwC's report 'Unlocking the AI Edge for MSMEs,' published March 8, 2026, projects AI could add $135.6–$149.9 billion to Indian manufacturing MSME growth by 2035, contingent on MSMEs reaching 50% of manufacturing value added. It also forecasts $3.13–$3.21 trillion upside by 2047 if manufacturing rises to 25% of GDP, highlights a $100–$150 billion market for non-technical AI infrastructure components, and calls for widespread AI adoption.