Inflation: News
India's retail inflation predicted to average 2.5% in FY26: Crisil
Crisil, a leading rating agency, has projected that India's retail inflation will average around 2.5% in the fiscal year 2025-26.
India's retail inflation jumps to 0.71% in November
India's retail inflation rose to 0.71% in November, up from October's 0.25%, provisional data released today showed.
Why home-cooked meals are now cheaper in India
The cost of preparing both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals in India has witnessed a significant decline in November.
Will RBI's latest repo rate cut impact your FD returns?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%.
RBI slashes repo rate to 5.25% amid persistent rupee decline
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a reduction in the repo rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 5.25%.
RBI may cut repo rate to 5.25% next week
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% on December 5, a Reuters poll has shown.
Smart investing: How to trade Indian corporate bonds
Trading Indian corporate bonds can be an excellent investment strategy for those looking for fixed income and portfolio diversification.
Indian bonds rally as RBI hints at possible rate cut
Indian bonds rallied on Monday after Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra hinted at the possibility of an interest rate cut.
PPF v/s Gold Bonds: Which offers better diversification?
Public Provident Fund (PPF) and gold bonds are two popular investment options in India. Both provide unique benefits, making them ideal for different financial goals.
India's retail inflation staying negative for another 2 months: SBI
India's retail inflation, excluding gold, is expected to remain in the negative for two more months.
India's wholesale price inflation dips 1.21% in October
India's wholesale price inflation (WPI) has dipped to -1.21% in October, according to government data released on Friday.
India's retail inflation drops to decade-low of 0.25%
India's retail inflation has plunged to a decade-low of 0.25% in October, down from 1.44% in September.
Federal Reserve cuts interest rates as US economy faces uncertainties
The US Federal Reserve has cut its key interest rate for the second time this year, in a bid to stimulate economic activity and revive a sluggish labor market.
Takaichi to become Japan's first female PM after coalition deal
Sanae Takaichi, the hardline conservative leader of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), is poised to become Japan's first female prime minister.
India's retail inflation expected to ease further in October
India's retail inflation is likely to decline further in October 2025, a report by Union Bank of India has said.
Shocker! Americans are now using crowdfunding to pay for groceries
Tim Cadogan, the CEO of GoFundMe, has revealed that many Americans are now using the crowdfunding platform to fund their groceries.
India's wholesale inflation slows to 0.13% in September
India's wholesale inflation, as measured by the Wholesale Price Index (WPI), has slowed to 0.13% in September on a year-on-year basis.
Retail inflation slips to 8-year low of 1.54% in September
India's retail inflation fell to a multi-year low of 1.54% in September, down from August's two-month high of 2.07%.
Silver hits $50 per ounce, first time in 45 years
Silver has hit a new high, crossing the $50 mark per troy ounce (~31gm) for the first time since 1980.
'Overall, scorecard is negative': Ex-IMF chief economist criticizes Trump's tariffs
Harvard University professor and former International Monetary Fund Chief Economist Gita Gopinath has criticized United States President Donald Trump's tariff policy.
Gold prices hit record high of $4,000 per ounce
Gold prices have hit a record high of $4,000 per ounce in the international market.
DA hiked by 3% to 58% for central employees, pensioners
The Union Cabinet has approved a 3% hike in the Dearness Allowance (DA), taking it to 58% for central government employees and pensioners.
FIIs continue selling spree, offload ₹5,700cr in Indian equities
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have continued their selling spree in Indian equities for the fifth consecutive trading session on Friday.
India's wholesale inflation rises to 4-month high in August
India's wholesale price index (WPI) inflation rose to a four-month high of 0.52% in August, government data released today showed.
Trump anticipates 'big cut' in US interest rates this week
US President Donald Trump has predicted a "big cut" from the Federal Reserve (Fed) this week.
GST rate cuts to ease household costs: PwC
The recent revision of Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates is likely to provide some relief to household budgets across India, according to a report by PwC.
India's inflation to fall to 3.2% in FY26: Crisil
India's headline inflation is expected to moderate to 3.2% in the fiscal year 2025-26, according to a report by research and ratings firm Crisil.
August inflation climbs past 2%, tempering expectations of rate cut
India's retail inflation (CPI) has risen slightly to 2.07% in August, after hitting a record low of 1.55% in July.
India's retail inflation surges to over 2% in August
India's retail inflation rose to 2.07% in August, up from the eight-year low of 1.55% recorded in July.
Japan's economy grows 2.2% in Q2
Japan's economy expanded at an annualized rate of 2.2% in the second quarter of this year, a revised government report confirmed on Monday.
GST hike: Kerala traders urge FM to reconsider tax rates
The Kerala Textile and Garments Dealers Association has requested the Finance Minister to reconsider the revised Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates of 18% on the apparel sector.
GST rate cut to make consumer goods cheaper
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council's recent decision to revise rates under two broad slabs, 5% and 18%, is expected to make a wide range of consumer goods cheaper.
Gold hits 4-month high as US rate cut expectations rise
Gold prices have surged to a four-month high, driven by rising expectations of an interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve.
India launches nationwide survey to update key economic indicators
The Indian government has launched a nationwide survey to update its key economic indicators.
India's wholesale inflation hits 25-month low of -0.58% in July
India's wholesale inflation rate has eased month-over-month, falling to -0.58% in July from -0.13% in June.
India's retail inflation drops to 8-year low at 1.55%
India's retail inflation has dropped to an eight-year low of 1.55% in July, official data released on Tuesday showed.
RBI likely to cut repo rate in August: SBI report
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to announce a 25 basis points (bps) cut in the repo rate during its upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting from August 5-7.
India's economy to grow at 6-6.5% in FY26: UBS
India's economy is tipped to grow at a steady rate of 6-6.5% year-on-year (YoY) in the fiscal year 2025-26, according to a recent UBS report.
US inflation surges to 2.7% in June: What's the reason?
US inflation surged in June, with the effects of President Donald Trump's tariffs becoming apparent in consumer prices.
India's retail inflation falls to 6-year-low of 2.1% in June
India's retail inflation, as measured by Consumer Price Index (CPI), has hit a six-year-low of 2.1% in June, a sharp decline from May's rate of 2.82%.
Wholesale inflation touches 15-month low of 0.13% in June
India's wholesale inflation rate has eased to a 15-month low of 0.13% in June, data released by the Indian government today has showed.