India Ranks Second Globally in AI-Powered Shopping, McKinsey Reports
A McKinsey report finds India ranks second globally in AI-powered shopping, with 76% of consumers using AI tools for product search, comparison, or purchase decisions, behind China at 80%. The survey of 21,000 consumers across 11 markets shows India surpasses the global average of 53%, with 87% of Indian AI users trusting AI chat and search tools. The report notes a growing shift from AI-assisted shopping to AI-executed transactions, though companies are still adapting to this demand.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (71/100). Lens Score 39/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (70–74/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 30 Oct, 07:36 am. Other outlets followed.