New Delhi: India’s small and medium businesses are no longer just dreaming big; they’re building smarter, faster, and with purpose. A new LinkedIn-YouGov study released on November 13, 2025, shows that AI has moved past the buzzword stage for Indian SMBs. It’s now part of their everyday operations, influencing everything from hiring and sales to marketing and survival itself.

The report highlights a strong sense of confidence in the sector. Nearly 92% of SMB decision-makers say they expect business growth over the next year, while 95.6% are either investing in or planning to adopt AI. This confidence isn’t coming from thin air, it’s coming from a need to evolve quickly and decisively, especially as competition and market pressure increase.

Smaller cities step ahead in AI adoption

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