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food prices
Economy #inflation#wholesale inflation
US-Iran Conflict Drives India's Wholesale Inflation to 9.68% in May as Fuel, Food, Power Costs Surge
India's Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation surged to 9.68% in May from 8.26% in April, reflecting the economic impact of the US-Iran conflict. Fuel, power, food, and manufactured goods prices all rose sharply. The Reserve Bank of India has raised its inflation forecast for the current financial year to 5.1%.
Jun 15, 2026 1 source
Economy #india#inflation
India's Retail Inflation Quickens to 3.93% in May, Stays Below RBI Target for 16
India's retail inflation accelerated to 3.93% in May, driven by higher food and fuel prices, marking the highest reading under the revamped CPI series. Despite the rise, inflation has stayed below the RBI's 4% target for 16 straight months, giving policymakers room to support growth. However, risks from rising energy costs and a below-normal monsoon could complicate the outlook.
Jun 12, 2026 1 source