

While the Reserve Bank of India is expected to maintain a policy pause in its June meeting, economists believe persistent crude oil prices near USD 95 per barrel could eventually force rate hikes in the second half of FY27
Retail inflation may reach 5 percent by June due to fuel price increases and higher gold and silver import duties. Economists believe the Reserve Bank of India will observe the impact of these hikes before considering interest rate changes in the latter half …

As petrol and diesel prices rise again, economists warn the impact could soon spread beyond fuel pumps. From vegetables and groceries to transport, delivery services and manufacturing costs, higher diesel prices are expected to push inflation higher across mu…
Economists warn RBI's surplus transfer may provide limited fiscal relief amid West Asia tensions and rising subsidy pressures for FY27.
RBI rate hike: Economists at Standard Chartered anticipate India's central bank will begin raising interest rates as early as June due to escalating inflation risks from higher crude prices. They predict 50 basis points of hikes, split between June and August…

Economists and business leaders say port inefficiencies, high trade costs and weak infrastructure must be addressed before 2030 targets are achievable.
India’s retail inflation likely rose to 3.8% in April from 3.4% in March as higher fuel and LPG costs linked to the US-Iran conflict started feeding into prices, according to a Reuters poll. Economists said food prices remained soft, helping keep inflation ne…