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India retail inflation rises to 3.48 in April as food prices push higher
Economy
Published on 12 May 2026
Food inflation jumps while the RBI target stays safe
India’s retail inflation inched up to 3.48% in April, driven mainly by firmer food prices. Food inflation rose to 4.20%, while personal care and miscellaneous goods saw the sharpest increases. Even with the uptick, inflation remains comfortably below the Reserve Bank of India’s 4% target, keeping the rate outlook relatively steady.
- Retail inflation edged up to 3.48% in April
- Food inflation climbed to 4.20% as prices firmed
- Personal care and miscellaneous goods posted the highest inflation
- Overall inflation still below RBI’s 4% target
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