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Wholesale inflation seen approaching 2-year low in July

Topnewsplus2 months ago04 mins

Wholesale inflation in India likely dropped to a near two-year low in July, driven by a sharp decline in food and fuel prices, according to a report by Union Bank of India. The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) is estimated to have fallen to -0.45 per cent year-on-year in July, compared to -0.13 per cent in…

Metal prices likely to keep upward pressure on WPI in coming months: Union Bank of India

Topnewsplus5 months ago03 mins

Metal prices are likely to keep pushing up the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) in the coming months, according to a report by Union Bank of India. Despite a drop in WPI in April 2025, metals have shown a sequential pickup, indicating they may continue to influence the inflation trend. The report said “While food prices…