Page 2 - Cpi Inflation

September retail inflation eases to 1.54%, food inflation down at -2.28%

September CPI-based inflation: The inflation dipped in September after an increase in August that marked the first monthly rise in inflation in 10 months

RBI MPC October policy: Central bank cuts FY26 inflation estimate to 2.6%

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) stated that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation for Q1 of 2026-27 is projected at 4.5 per cent

Rate cut could be a close call as RBI eyes lower CPI, steady growth view

RBI will pare CPI inflation projection again, but might not change growth estimate for now; dovish undertone likely

Edible oil prices continue to pinch pockets as food inflation rises

Retail inflation inches up to 2.07% in August; edible oils, tomatoes, and precious metals see record price rise, with Kerala topping state-wise inflation charts

Retail inflation rises to 2.07% in Aug as decline in food prices slows

India's CPI rose slightly in August on a low base, with rural and urban prices diverging. Economists flag benefits for consumers but risks for government finances

Retail inflation inches up to 2.07% in August; food inflation at -0.69%

August CPI-based inflation: The food inflation for August stood at -0.69 per cent, rising 107 basis points, as compared to July

BS poll: Food price rise may bump up August retail inflation rate

In August last year, the retail inflation rate stood at 3.65 per cent

Inflation targeting has worked for India, but transparency must improve

With fiscal pressures rising worldwide and monetary independence under strain, the anchor must remain

GST revamp to drive macro tailwinds; Antique backs consumer discretionary

The GST 2.0 is expected to deliver a significant consumption boost of around ₹2.8 trillion, equivalent to 0.7 per cent of GDP, Antique Broking said

GST cut a partial cushion against trade headwinds, says Mahesh Nandurkar

GST rate cuts are definitely positive for consumption, especially with the festival season approaching, says Nandurkar

GST rate cut may ease CPI inflation by 25bps; 40bps dent on fiscal deficit

Here's how analysts leading brokerages assess the impact of the GST rate rejig on the Indian economy, bond markets and the possibility of an aggressive interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India

Headline inflation should continue to be the target, says BS poll

Economists back headline CPI as India's inflation target, stressing food's heavy weight in consumption and urging RBI to retain the 4% benchmark with the current tolerance band

India's inflation index to be revised every 5 years: Saurabh Garg

The new CPI series will be released by Mospi in the first quarter of 2026, with 2024 as the base year. Currently, the base year is 2012

India should continue with its flexible inflation targeting framework

Continuing with the FIT framework will ensure policy certainty in these uncertain times

Best of BS Opinion: The RBI's current policy framework has worked well

Today's Opinion Page looks at the RBI's recent discussion paper on inflation targeting, OpenAI's plans for India, the role of institutions in growth, and the recent GST rate cuts boost to growth

The RBI's monetary policy framework has worked well, change not required

The trend-inflation rate has hovered close to the target, except mostly in times of excess volatility, and the credibility of the central bank has visibly strengthened

RBI floats discussion paper to review inflation targeting framework

RBI has launched a discussion paper to review its inflation targeting framework, focusing on the core vs headline inflation debate, the 4% target, and tolerance band before next review in March 2026

RBI lowers inflation forecast to 3.1% for FY26; growth outlook unchanged

August MPC: RBI cuts FY26 inflation forecast to 3.1% on easing food prices, favourable monsoon; growth outlook steady at 6.5%, CRR cut to begin in September

RBI monetary policy: Room for more easing ahead amid geopolitical shifts

Since June, retail inflation sprang fresh downside surprises to reach six-year low of 2.1% y/y. Average CPI inflation in 2025-26 will likely undershoot the RBI's downwardly revised projection of 3.7%

Rate cut? Status quo likely in Aug monetary policy despite inflation dip

RBI set to lower inflation projection, but GDP growth estimate and policy stance may remain unchanged