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India Inflation Rises to 3.21%, Above Expectations

India Inflation Rises to 3.21%, Above Expectations

The brief update reports a higher-than-expected inflation reading in India, indicating price growth came in above market forecasts.

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Official data released by the Indian government on March 12, 2026, confirmed that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose to 3.21% in February. This figure was higher than the 3.1% consensus estimate from economists polled by Reuters, as reported by both Reuters and CNBC.
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  • Inflation: A measure of how quickly prices for goods and services rise over time, reducing purchasing power.