WPI inflation rises to 11-month high amid price pressures
India's wholesale inflation rose to 2.13% in February 2026, marking an 11-month high driven by manufactured products. The fuel and power segment remains in deflation, offsetting some inflationary pressures but may not last long.
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- in February 2026
- 2.13%
- reaching
- 11-month high
India’s wholesale inflation, as measured by the Wholesale Price Index (WPI), increased to 2.13% in February 2026, reaching an 11-month high. This rise indicates growing price pressures, primarily driven by manufactured products and increasing costs in basic metals, textiles, and food-related items.
Despite the inflation uptick, the fuel & power segment remains in deflation, which has helped mitigate sharper increases in overall WPI. However, this balance may not endure, raising concerns for future retail inflation.
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