Inflation News

US-Iran War Impact: ADB Warns India May Face Inflation Shock Soon

US-Iran War Impact: ADB Warns India May Face Inflation Shock Soon

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May 10, 2026

ADB says prolonged Middle East tensions could push crude oil prices higher, reduce India’s GDP growth, and sharply increase inflation in the coming financial year.

RBI MPC Meeting: Escalating Iran-Israel Tensions May Drive Future FD Rate Hikes

Escalating Iran-Israel Tensions May Drive Future FD Rate Hikes

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April 7, 2026

As the RBI MPC meeting begins, escalating Middle East tensions and rising crude oil prices fuel inflation fears. While analysts expect a status quo, persistent geopolitical instability may soon force the central bank to hike repo rates and bank FD interest.

RBI MPC Faces High-Stakes Balancing Act Amid Surging Oil Prices and Geopolitical Tensions

RBI MPC Faces High-Stakes Balancing Act Amid Surging Oil Prices and Geopolitical Tensions

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April 3, 2026

RBI Monetary Policy April 2026: As the MPC convenes for the first review of FY27, all eyes are on Governor Sanjay Malhotra. With Brent crude soaring 48% and geopolitical tensions rising, find out if the RBI will hold the repo rate at 5.25% or take aggressive action to curb mounting

India Faces Growth Headwinds as West Asia Conflict Threatens 7.4% GDP Target

India Faces Growth Headwinds as West Asia Conflict Threatens 7.4% GDP Target

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March 29, 2026

India GDP Growth Outlook: A recent economic report by the Government of India warns that the country's GDP growth target of 7.4% is at risk due to rising tensions in West Asia. Driven by rising oil prices and supply chain disruptions, the economy could face severe challenges in the upcoming