Indian economy | Snapshot of key indicators
HIGHLIGHTS
- In July 2025, CPI (1.55%) and WPI (-0.58%) recorded the lowest
inflation rates since June 2017 (1.46%) and July 2023 (-1.36%),
respectively. This was driven by deflation in vegetables (20.69%);
pulses and products (13.76%); spices (3.07%); meat and fish
(0.61%); and transport and communication (-2.12%). Conversely, the
highest inflation was observed in oils and fats (19.24%); personal
care and ePects (15.12%); fruits (14.42%); non-alcoholic beverages
(4.6%); and health (4.57%). - India’s merchandise trade deficit widened to USD 27.35
billion in July 2025, a sharp increase from June’s USD 18.78
billion. Highest export growth was seen in cereals other than…