What Falling Inflation Means for Your Investments ?
CPI, WPI & Your Investment Strategy On July 14, 2025, India saw a notable economic milestone: Retail inflation (CPI) cooled to 2.10% in June, the lowest since early 2019, while wholesale inflation (WPI) dipped into deflationary territory at -0.13%. These aren't just data points for economists — they have deep implications for every Indian investor. In this blog, we break down what this fall in CPI and WPI means, how it affects the market, and what smart mutual fund investors should be doing now. 1. CPI and WPI — In Simple Words CPI (Consumer Price Index): Reflects the rise in prices we, as consumers, pay — from milk to mobile bills. WPI (Wholesale Price Index): Tracks price movements at the wholesale level — impacting businesses before those costs trickle down to consumers. When both these indices fall, it signals a broad-based easing of inflation. Think of it like your monthly grocery bill finally shrinking a little — and the supply chain seeing similar relief. ...