Retail inflation has risen above the RBI's target, driven by fuel and food prices. Core inflation remains subdued, offering a better measure of underlying price pressures. The central bank is unlikely to hike interest rates soon, anticipating price stabilization. Energy prices are expected to trend lower, and commodity markets may return to oversupply. India's vulnerability to imported inflation is diminishing as global conditions improve.

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

India's retail inflation reached 4.38 percent in June, exceeding the central bank's target. Elevated food and fuel prices contributed to this significant acceleration in price…

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…

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…

Crisil sees scope for 25 bps RBI rate hike if pressures persist; June print at 4.4%