India's current account deficit widened to $25.8 billion in April-September 2026 from $18 billion a year ago, while the balance of payments posted a $66.8 billion surplus. India’s current account deficit (CAD) widened to $25.8 billion in the first half (April-September) of financial year 2026-27 (H1FY27) from $18 billion a year ago, as the merchandise trade deficit expanded and net income outflows increased, according to preliminary balance of payments (BoP) data released.