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Why the Karnataka election matters for investors

The state election in Karnataka was held this week, with results due on Saturday. The state has been on the forefront of the labour reform agenda. But a loss for the incumbent BJP as suggested by exit polls may persuade it to slow the pace of labour market reform and other politically contentious measures in other states as next year's general election comes onto the horizon.

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