Reserve Bank of India deputy governor Poonam Gupta stated that food’s significant weight and price swings in India’s Consumer Price Index complicate inflation forecasting. This is crucial for monetary policy decisions. The RBI uses various models and indicators to predict inflation and growth. Forecasts for 2025-26 show inflation at 2.6%. Data updates are vital for a dynamic economy.
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Q1 profit jumps 35% on strong income growth
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank reported a 35% year-on-year rise in June quarter net profit to Rs 412 crore, driven by higher income and net interest income.