India inflation dips to 5-month low, eases rate cut pressure By Investing.com
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Feb 12 2025
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Source: Investing.com
Decline in Retail Inflation: India experienced a drop in retail inflation to 4.31% in January, attributed to lower food prices, which is below the expected 4.6%. This decline may lead to supportive economic policies and potential interest rate cuts.
Concerns and Outlook: Despite the positive inflation data, there are concerns about imported inflation and rising commodity prices. Analysts note a slight increase in core inflation, indicating ongoing price pressures, while the depreciating rupee poses risks that could affect economic stability.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.








