Wholesale Price Index in India for August 2025

Official Press

15 Sep 2025

The Ministry of Commerce & Industry reported a provisional annual inflation rate of 0.52% for August 2025, driven by rising prices in food products, manufacturing, and non-food articles. The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) showed a month-over-month increase of 0.52% compared to July 2025. Key contributors to inflation included primary articles and manufactured products, while fuel and power prices saw a decline. The food index also indicated a positive inflation rate, reflecting changes in various commodity prices.

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