India Wholesale Price Index (WPI) Inflation (YoY) For January 0.27% Vs. 0.53% Est.; 0.73% Prior
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India's Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation for January was reported at 0.27%, lower than the estimated 0.53% and the previous month's 0.73%.
February 14, 2024 | 6:30 am
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The lower-than-expected WPI inflation rate in India for January suggests a cooling of inflationary pressures, which could be positive for Indian markets and INDA.
Lower inflation typically leads to more stable economic conditions, encouraging investment in the markets. As INDA tracks Indian market performance, a decrease in inflation could lead to increased investor confidence and potentially higher asset prices.
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