CPI inflation reaches 10-month high of 3.2% in February
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- in February 2026
- 3.2%
- marking
- 10-month high
- in April 2025
- 3.3%
Retail inflation in India accelerated to 3.2% in February 2026, marking a 10-month high. This increase was primarily driven by rising prices in the food and tobacco categories. Economists caution that ongoing fuel supply disruptions could further elevate inflation in March, particularly in electricity and accommodation sectors. 📈
• Food and beverages segment contributed 44 basis points to the inflation rise.
• Last higher CPI was 3.3% in April 2025.
• New CPI series allows tracking from February 2021 onwards.
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