December WPI figures: Wholesale price inflation edges up to 0.83%; manufacturing, food articles and textiles turn costlier
December WPI figures: Wholesale price inflation edges up to 0.83%; manufacturing, food articles and textiles turn costlier
Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation returned to positive territory in December, rising to 0.83% after two months of deflation. This uptick was primarily driven by increased prices in manufacturing, minerals, and food products, while fuel and power remained in deflation. Retail inflation also climbed, prompting the RBI to maintain its accommodative stance.
Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation returned to positive territory in December, rising to 0.83% after two months of deflation. This uptick was primarily driven by increased prices in manufacturing, minerals, and food products, while fuel and power remained in deflation. Retail inflation also climbed, prompting the RBI to maintain its accommodative stance.