Weak monsoon start may push FY27 food inflation to 6%: Report
A report by CareEdge Ratings suggests that food inflation in India is expected to hover around 6% in FY27, with the overall Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation estimated at 5%. This outlook comes after a 41.5% shortfall in rainfall during the initial phase of the monsoon, sparking worries about crop production. Additionally, rising costs for edible oils may contribute to further upward pressure on food prices.