Consumer goods companies' planned price hikes could pressure inflation despite the RBI's outlook. Elara Capital expects the Reserve Bank of India to maintain interest rates through 2026. A potential rate hike is possible in early 2027 if inflation pressures intensify. The central bank may overlook El Nino-led food inflation unless it becomes entrenched. Global central bank actions could influence the RBI's future policy decisions.

RBI Inflation 2026-27 Forecast: The RBI's Monetary Policy Committee cut its FY27 inflation forecast to 5% from 5.1%, citing softer global crude oil prices and easing supply-side…

Consumer goods companies' planned price hikes could pressure inflation despite the RBI's outlook. Elara Capital expects the Reserve Bank of India to maintain interest rates…

Economists now anticipate the Reserve Bank of India will raise rates in December or later. This shift occurs as core inflation remains low, contrary to earlier expectations. The…