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India's Inflation Drops to 0.25%, Growth Forecasts Remain Strong

11/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

India's consumer inflation fell to 0.25% in October, from 1.54% in September, helped by falling food prices and GST cuts.
The Reserve Bank of India revised FY26 inflation to 2.6% and signaled a rate cut in December.
Analysts expect inflation to rise to around 4% by March 2026 due to base effects.
Despite global trade uncertainties, India's economy is projected to grow 7.2% in Q2 FY26.

History

Historical Context

India's economic reforms began in 1991, prompted by a severe balance of payments crisis and the need for international assistance. These reforms, led by Finance Minister Manmohan Singh, liberalized trade and attracted foreign investment, resulting in a GDP growth of 6.1% that year. The introduction of the Goods and Services Tax in 2017 further streamlined the economy, contributing to a recent inflation drop to 0.25%.

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Story summary

India's consumer inflation fell to 0.25% in October, from 1.54% in September, helped by falling food prices and GST cuts.
The Reserve Bank of India revised FY26 inflation to 2.6% and signaled a rate cut in December.
Analysts expect inflation to rise to around 4% by March 2026 due to base effects.
Despite global trade uncertainties, India's economy is projected to grow 7.2% in Q2 FY26.

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