India's Inflation Nears RBI's Upper Target Amid Food Price Surge
India's consumer inflation is expected to rise in October, mainly due to a significant increase in food prices, with food inflation projected at 8.20%. Rising global food prices and higher input costs are driving this trend. The Reserve Bank of India forecasts an average inflation rate of 5.2% for the current financial year and is likely to raise rates in its upcoming policy meeting.
Economic Times·
