The Reserve Bank of India has warned of risks to the Indian economy due to rising crude oil prices, which are currently above $90 per barrel. While retail inflation has been brought down by lower vegetable prices, the report highlights the challenge posed by high oil prices. However, economists expect inflation to continue slowing in September, driven by further corrections in vegetable prices.
Retail inflation at 6.2 per cent dims early rate cut hopes
India’s retail inflation unexpectedly jumped to a 14-month high of 6.2% in October, driven by soaring vegetable, fruit, and edible oil prices. This surge breaches
November 13, 2024