Retail Inflation Inches Up to 0.7% in November 2025 Driven by Fuel Prices
India's retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), rose marginally to 0.7% in November 2025 from a record low of 0.25% in October. Data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) indicates that while food prices continued to contract, a slight acceleration in fuel inflation to 2.3% contributed to the overall rise. Despite the uptick, inflation remains significantly lower than historical averages. Categories like clothing and footwear saw easing inflation, while housing remained stable. The report highlights the impact of base effects and specific commodity price fluctuations like edible oils and vegetables.
Key Points
- CPI data is released monthly by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
- Retail inflation in November 2025 stood at 0.7%, the second-lowest recorded in the current series.
- Fuel inflation rose to 2.3% in November, compared to 2% in the previous month.
- Food and beverage prices saw a contraction, particularly in vegetables, pulses, and edible oils.
Exam Facts
- Retail inflation in Nov 2025: 0.7%
- October 2025 record low: 0.25%
- Fuel inflation in Nov 2025: 2.3%
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