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Our inflation and interest rates now depend more on monsoon than crude oil
With crude prices cooling after the West Asia truce, the monsoon—and its impact on food inflation—may become the biggest factor shaping RBI's interest rate decisions in the months ahead.
3 min read7 Jul 2026Stable cereal, pulse and vegetable prices offer relief amid West Asia war-driven inflation concerns
Despite potential threats from the West Asia conflict affecting global markets, India's food inflation remains under control. Key commodities like wheat, rice, and pulses have shown only marginal price changes, providing relief to consumers.
3 min read11 Jun 2026US-Iran war impact: Will rising inflation on oil shock drive earnings downgrade for India Inc in FY27?
The impact of rising inflation on earnings is fairly straightforward. Higher input costs can put pressure on margins, which may affect profitability. However, inflation also tends to push up revenues because companies often pass on higher costs through price hikes.
4 min read27 May 2026Inflation hitting your wallet? A look at 5 products that got dearer and 5 that got cheaper in current economic scenario
From petrol and milk to daily essentials, households are feeling the impact of rising prices due to the war in West Asia. But which top 5 products exactly got costlier and cheaper in April 2026? Let’s explore this.
3 min read26 May 2026Wholesale inflation hits a 42-month high — but does it really spell bad news for your wallet?
India's wholesale inflation hit 8.3% in April, a 42-month high, mainly due to rising energy prices from the West Asia conflict. Experts note a weak correlation with consumer prices, suggesting retail inflation may not rise significantly despite the wholesale increase.
2 min read21 May 2026Petrol, diesel prices hiked amid Middle East crisis: What does it mean for inflation, India Inc and market investors?
Fuel has a direct impact on inflation and an indirect impact through transport, food distribution, and services. Analysts believe that if the pass-through remains limited, the RBI may look through it. If it becomes broad-based, the rate cycle can stay tighter for longer.
1 min read15 May 2026Mint Quick Edit | The government may not be able to shield consumers from inflation much longer
Inflation measured by India’s wholesale price index (WPI) more than doubled in April. This gauge is more sensitive to oil shocks than the consumer price index, but the latter can’t escape. What’ll RBI do?
1 min read15 May 2026India inflation likely rose to 3.8% in April as food prices hardened: Mint poll
Economists expect CPI inflation to move closer to the RBI’s 4% target amid rising edible oil, vegetable and energy costs, though no immediate rate action is seen.
2 min read11 May 2026A tale of two indexes: Which inflation metric should you trust?
The consumer price index reigns supreme when it comes to tracking inflation—except for the Federal Reserve. Here’s why the central bank opts for a lesser-known measure.
3 min read22 Apr 2026Inflation anxiety may have made a comeback, especially for low-income groups
The latest survey by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reveals growing inflation anxiety, with households’ perceptions and expectations of inflation rising. These perceptions are usually influenced by the food and fuel price outlook.
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