India’s WPI inflation and merchandise trade deficit remained elevated in May as the conflict in West Asia pushed up energy prices. Both are likely to ease if the ceasefire between the US and Iran holds and energy prices remain contained.
Datametricx
June 20, 2026 at 11:27 AM IST
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With the latest revision, petrol prices in Delhi have risen cumulatively by ₹7.35 per litre and diesel by ₹7.53 per litre since May 15..
BasisPoint Insight
May 25, 2026 at 1:41 AM IST
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Petrol and diesel prices rose again after last week’s hike as OMCs continued passing on higher global crude and freight costs to consumers.
May 19, 2026 at 1:28 AM IST
India’s fuel price hike may push 2026-2027 inflation above RBI estimates, with economists warning of broader spillovers across sectors.
May 15, 2026 at 4:07 PM IST
Petrol and diesel prices rise by ₹3 per litre as oil companies pass on higher crude costs amid continued geopolitical tensions and supply concerns.
May 15, 2026 at 1:55 AM IST
India’s wholesale inflation climbed to a 42-month high in April, driven by fuel and metal prices, raising concerns over future retail price pass-through.
May 14, 2026 at 7:37 AM IST
May 12, 2026 at 9:57 AM IST
Latest data paint a mixed picture of the impact of the West Asia conflict on the Indian economy. While core sector growth fell to a 19-month low in March, the composite PMI pointed to a sharp improvement in overall activity in April.
April 25, 2026 at 5:18 AM IST
March 27, 2026 at 4:07 AM IST
With GST rate cuts coming into effect and a significant statistical base effect in play, India’s inflation indicators are likely to move toward deflation in October.
October 18, 2025 at 12:45 PM IST
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