Controlled inflation prompts economists to delay interest rate hike expectations. Retail inflation rose to 4.38% in June, exceeding the RBI's target. Core inflation remained around 4%, suggesting a lower annual average. This shift means the Reserve Bank of India may not tighten policy soon. Future rate hikes depend on sustained core inflation above 4.5%.

Retail inflation is projected to exceed 4% in June, driven by rising food costs and global fuel price impacts.

India's June CPI is projected at 4.24%, exceeding the Reserve Bank of India's 4% target for the first time in 18 months, following a recent fuel price hike.

India's retail inflation reached 4.4% in June, surpassing the central bank's target. Higher food and transport costs drove this increase, marking the highest print under the new…

Retail inflation in India is projected to increase through the fiscal year. Elevated fuel costs and input prices are driving this upward trend. The Reserve Bank of India will…