OCTOBER CPI INFLATION
Gold prices rise above Rs 1.36 lakh/10g, silver slides Rs 5,600/kg on MCX amid Fed rate hike worries. Check physical rates in your city
Gold prices edged higher while silver plunged over 3% on MCX as rising oil prices fuelled inflation concerns and expectations of higher-for-longer interest rates. With India's retail inflation breaching the RBI's upper tolerance limit, investors are watching for a potential rate hike in December.
Food inflation to stay elevated; ICICI Bank sees 25 bps RBI rate hike in December
Food inflation in India is projected to remain elevated in the coming months due to a shortfall in crops. The Reserve Bank of India is anticipated to raise interest rates by 25 basis points to manage retail inflation. Factors such as weak monsoon and high energy prices contribute to the rising inflation. Many essential food items are experiencing upward price pressure amid ongoing inflationary trends.
Why is market falling today? Sensex drops 600 points, Nifty below 25,100 as explosive rally hits the brakes. 5 key factors explained
Indian stock market indices Sensex and Nifty fell after a sustained rally, declining significantly on November 13. The Sensex dropped over 600 points while Nifty traded below the 25,100 level. Major stocks such as M&M and HDFC Bank contributed to the losses, each falling nearly 2%. Broader markets also reported losses, impacting various sectors including Nifty Auto and Nifty Private Bank.
Uneven monsoons, El Nino pose upside risks to inflation; another RBI hike possible: Report
Uneven monsoons and the possibility of El Nino conditions could pose upside risks to food inflation in FY27, keeping the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) open to another interest rate hike despite expectations of gradual moderation in overall price pressures, according to a report by Nuvama Institutional Equities.
Retail inflation rises to 6.09% in October, breaches RBI’s upper tolerance limit for first time under new CPI series
Retail inflation rose to 6.09% in October, breaching the RBI’s upper tolerance limit of 6% for the first time under the new CPI series. The increase was driven by food inflation, which accelerated to 8.9% from 7.7% in September. Inflation has remained above the RBI’s 4% target for five consecutive months.
October retail inflation surge may weigh on housing demand, raise rate hike concerns: Knight Frank, PHDCCI
Rising retail inflation could weaken household purchasing power and constrain discretionary spending, including housing expenditure, while increasing the possibility of further monetary tightening by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), industry bodies said on Thursday, following the acceleration in consumer price inflation to 6.09 per cent in October.
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Retail inflation may remain above 6 pc for next few months; economists see possibility of rate hikes
Mumbai's consumer price index-based retail inflation is projected to remain above 6 percent in upcoming months. This rise is attributed to increasing food prices, an adverse base effect, and commodity price impacts. Economists predict that retail inflation will average 6.2 percent in the October-December quarter of FY27. Heightened food prices and weather-related risks pose ongoing challenges for crop production.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday
Indian benchmark indices closed higher on November 12, with Nifty gaining 44 points and Sensex rising 32 points. Investors tracked October inflation data, foreign fund flows and global cues amid mixed US and European market performance.
Rupee slips with traders clinging to equity cues, awaiting inflation data
The Indian rupee faced a setback on Thursday, dipping to 94.0425 against the dollar amidst rising oil prices and escalating inflation fears. Previously, it had seen a peak of 93.62 thanks to foreign portfolio inflows. Investors are now holding their breath for October's consumer inflation figures, as they could significantly influence upcoming policy decisions and market sentiment surrounding the rupee.
Sell fast, buy faster! FIIs broke every selling record in 2026. Now their buying is breaking records
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have staged a sharp turnaround, buying a record Rs 73,261 crore worth of Indian equities in November so far, surpassing the previous monthly high of Rs 66,135 crore set in December 2023. This follows record selling of Rs 2.95 lakh crore in the first 10 months of 2026. The renewed buying has helped drive the Sensex and Nifty up around 10% this month, with the Sensex reclaiming its pre-Middle East war levels.
Gold prices drop below Rs 1.4 lakh/10g, silver jumps by Rs 2,300/kg on MCX on firm dollar, Fed rate hike bets. Check rates in your city
Gold and silver prices declined as a stronger dollar and rising expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike weighed on bullion. Hotter-than-expected US inflation and hawkish Fed signals have increased pressure on precious metals, keeping investors cautious about the near-term outlook.
India bonds to stay hemmed in by oil, Treasury moves ahead of inflation data
Indian government bonds are anticipated to trade between softer oil prices and rising US yields. The market is waiting for domestic inflation data that could influence the Reserve Bank of India's rate strategy. A Reuters poll estimates an increase in annual consumer inflation, potentially leading to further tightening by the RBI. Investors are cautious ahead of a significant bond auction scheduled for Friday.
Dollar near one-month high as yen edges toward 160
The dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of currencies including the yen and the euro, rose 0.63% to 102.85, its highest level since October 14.
Nasdaq futures rise nearly 2% as CoreWeave earnings calm AI spending fears
Futures for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 have shown gains following CoreWeave's impressive earnings announcement. Investors reacted positively as CoreWeave predicts profitability by the first half of 2028. Nvidia's shares rebounded after a significant drop attributed to CEO Jensen Huang's controversies. Meanwhile, inflation data has increased expectations of interest rate hikes from the US Federal Reserve. The bond market remained closed for the Veterans Day holiday, impacting trading.
Bitcoin price today: Why BTC USD fell near $73,000 after US CPI report and could it crash to $70,000 next?
Bitcoin price today after CPI report: BTC USD slipped towards $73,000 after hotter-than-expected US inflation data revived fears of a bigger Federal Reserve rate hike in December. With Bitcoin funds seeing billions of dollars in withdrawals, traders are watching whether BTC can hold $73,000 or face another decline towards $70,000.
Fed's Paulson signals further gradual interest rate hikes to curb inflation
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia President Anna Paulson signals support for further interest rate hikes to curb persistent US inflation, which remains above the Fed’s 2% target. Strong October CPI data, resilient employment and rising price pressures reinforce expectations of monetary tightening, with markets anticipating additional increases in December.
India bonds slip as Treasury rout offsets oil slide
Indian government bonds declined on Wednesday as a sharp rise in US Treasury yields, triggered by hotter-than-expected inflation and hawkish signals from policymakers, overshadowed relief from lower crude oil prices. Higher US yields could erode the relative return advantage of Indian debt, dampening its appeal among foreign investors.
Global Market Today: Asian stocks rise on CoreWeave results, bonds drop
Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose as much 0.3%, while South Korea’s Kospi swung between gains and losses. A broader gauge of Asian shares advanced 0.2%. Contracts for tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 rose 0.4% in early Asian after the underlying index dropped 0.6% in regular trading.
Fed’s Christopher Waller opens door to 50-basis-point December rate hike after hot CPI
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller has raised the possibility of a 50-basis-point December rate hike after US core inflation rose 0.3% in October. Persistent price pressures have intensified debate over tighter monetary policy and the Fed's inflation-fighting credibility.
CPI report today: What is current US Fed interest rate? Will inflation data force US Fed to go for interest rate hike?
CPI data today: Inflation report is running well above the US central bank's 2 per cent target. The US-Israeli war with Iran has boosted oil prices, combining with the import tariffs implemented by the Trump administration last year to lift the cost of living.
US consumer prices rise above expectations in October
Consumer prices in the US experienced a larger-than-expected increase in October, affecting future Federal Reserve interest rates. The Consumer Price Index rose by 0.4%, following a 0.6% increase in September. Core CPI also increased, leading many to predict a rate hike in December. Despite missing year-over-year data, inflation remains significantly above the Fed's 2% target.
Gold dips ahead of US inflation data
Gold prices edged lower in early Asian trade on Tuesday as investors awaited US inflation data later in the day for clues on the Federal Reserve's next policy move.
Dollar sellers hit pause for US inflation data
The trade and sentiment-sensitive Australian dollar rose by nearly 1% through Monday to sit at $0.6921 early on Tuesday and the New Zealand dollar rose even further to trade at $0.5624, with both steady in morning Asia trade.
Why a 9% personal inflation rate could change your retirement corpus calculations
Equity can fall 30-40% in a bad year, so money needed in the next few years must never sit there. A conservative investor may hold less. Few can afford to hold none: avoiding equity swaps the risk of a temporary fall for the certainty of losing purchasing power.
US stocks face volatile week as AI selloff, inflation data and tech earnings loom
US stocks face a volatile week as investors brace for October CPI inflation data and key tech earnings following a sharp AI-led selloff. Regulatory concerns post-US midterms, alongside Fed rate hike expectations, have pushed the Nasdaq into correction territory despite the S&P 500 maintaining gains for 2026.
Gold edges up as softer crude tempers inflation concerns
Gold prices edged higher on Monday as softer oil prices eased inflation concerns, though gains were capped by expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep US interest rates higher
Nifty bulls reclaim 25,000 mark as FIIs step up India buying: 5 factors that will determine D-Street's fate next week
Indian equities rallied nearly 9% last week as the Nifty reclaimed 25,000 and the Sensex gained 8.82%. FIIs bought Rs 45,960 crore, while DIIs sold Rs 24,197 crore. Investors will track AI stocks, crude oil, geopolitical developments, US Treasury yields, India's October inflation data and Nifty technical levels in the coming week.
Rising oil prices cap India bond rally; traders cash in gains
Indian government bonds saw a rise as traders reacted to a US Treasury rally and falling crude prices. The benchmark 6.94% 2036 bond yield declined by nearly 2 basis points after intraday fluctuations. Oil prices rebounded after initially falling, causing traders to lock in profits. Attention will turn to upcoming inflation data, with expectations for an increase in October.
DA could reach 65% after recent retail inflation numbers are taken into account: Can it rise to 68% for January 2027?
DA hike: In September 2026, the Labour Bureau reported a rise in retail inflation to 155.4. This surge has resulted in a Dearness Allowance (DA) adjustment to 65%. Looking ahead, the projections for January 2027 are contingent on inflation trends. Should inflation vary, the DA might reach 67% or even 68%. The Finance Ministry will ultimately provide confirmation of the DA increase based on retail inflation parameters.
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