India's WPI Inflation Accelerates to 9.68% in May, Beats Estimates
India's Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation rose to 9.68% year-on-year in May, exceeding the consensus estimate of 9.1%.
India's Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation for May came in at 9.68% year-on-year, accelerating from the previous reading and beating market expectations of 9.1%. The data points to persistent price pressures in the wholesale sector.
The higher-than-expected inflation print could influence the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy stance, with markets now pricing in a higher probability of rate hikes.
Source: FXStreet Forex News