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The retail inflation in India soared to its highest level in 15 months, reaching 7.44% in July, driven primarily by a substantial surge in food prices, particularly vegetables. The latest official data released on Monday has raised concerns about the potential implications for consumers’ purchasing power and the overall economic landscape.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) based inflation witnessed a marked escalation, surging from 4.87% in June to 7.44% in July. Additionally, the year-on-year inflation in July 2022 stood at 6.71%. This alarming increase has garnered attention from economic experts, who are closely monitoring its potential impact on various sectors.
The recent spike in retail inflation marks a notable departure from the trend observed in the previous months. The data reflects that the last instance of such heightened inflation was recorded at 7.79% in April 2022.
A significant driver behind the escalating inflation was the soaring prices of essential food items. The data revealed that the inflation in the food basket surged to 11.51% in July, a substantial surge from 4.55% in June and 6.69% in July 2022. The noteworthy rise in food prices has raised concerns about its potential to impact consumers’ daily expenditures.
Among specific food categories, the inflation rate for vegetables was particularly striking, registering a year-on-year increase of 37.43%. Additionally, the ‘cereals and products’ category witnessed a notable 13% rise in the rate of price inflation.
The data was published by the National Statistical Office (NSO), drawing attention to the growing challenges in maintaining price stability, especially within the food sector. The substantial increase in food prices can have cascading effects on various aspects of the economy, including households’ disposable incomes and the overall inflation outlook.
The sudden surge in retail inflation underscores the importance of prudent economic measures to ensure stability and affordability for consumers across the nation. As economic stakeholders assess the broader implications of this inflationary spike, its potential to impact purchasing power and consumer behavior remains a critical consideration.
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