Economists are analyzing unconventional indicators, such as the increase in sales of mini liquor bottles and single cigarettes, as potential warning signs of economic uncertainty and shifting consumer behavior. These trends suggest that households may be adjusting spending patterns in response

India's CPI inflation is projected to have dropped below 4% in February 2025 due to easing food prices, raising expectations for further interest rate cuts and economic growth.

Credit card spending in India increased by 10.8% year-on-year to ₹1.84 trillion in January 2025, according to data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Despite this annual growth, spending showed a slight decline compared to the previous month. The rising usage of credit cards highlights growing consumer confidence and a shift towards digital transactions. […]