Oct’s CPI-based inflation rose to 6.2%, the highest in 14 months. The spike has led economists to rethink expectations of a policy rate cut in Dec
RBI Governor Das warned of inflation rising due to base effects; October's figure aligns with projections, signalling ongoing inflationary pressures
October’s inflation spike, driven by food prices, saw food inflation exceed 10 per cent. RBI must focus on headline inflation despite the core vs food debate
RBI will wait for inflation to align with its 4 per cent target, making policy rate cuts unlikely without clear signs of moderation
GDP growth slowed to 6.7 per cent in Q1, hit by low government spending. Declining corporate profits point to a broader demand slowdown
Rising inflation and economic slowdown complicate RBI’s choices, hinting at the need for measures beyond rate cuts if growth remains weak