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The PLFS data indicates a structural shift from agriculture to formal employment in India, improving productivity and disposable income. This benefits consumer discretionary sectors and reduces food inflation pressure from labor supply. However, wage compliance issues and youth unemployment remain challenges. The commercial mechanism is weak as no specific company or product is directly affected; the impact is gradual and macroeconomic.

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  • Agriculture workforce share to fall to 43% by 2025 from 66% in 1987-88.
  • 14.5% of workers in firms with >20 employees by 2025, up from 10.8% in 2024.
  • Youth unemployment (15-29) at 9.9%, below global average of 12.6%.
  • SC women have 5.4% higher probability of regular wage work.
  • Wage compliance disparities across states persist.

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