The Economic Times

Citi, others dial back India rate hike calls as inflation expected to stay moderate

Controlled inflation prompts economists to delay interest rate hike expectations. Retail inflation rose to 4.38% in June, exceeding the RBI's target. Core inflation remained around 4%, suggesting a lower annual average. This shift means the Reserve Bank of India may not tighten policy soon. Future rate hikes depend on sustained core inflation above 4.5%.