India inflation rises to 4.8%, impacting RBI policy
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- YoY in August
- 4.8%
- in July
- 4.5%
- target
- 4.0%
India’s headline CPI inflation increased to 4.8% YoY in August 2026, up from 4.5% in July, remaining above the RBI’s 4.0% target for the third consecutive month. Food prices are a significant contributor to this rise, indicating persistent price pressures. This inflation outlook suggests the RBI is unlikely to ease monetary policy soon, potentially affecting bond yields and the rupee's stability.
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