India’s Retail Inflation (CPI) Drops to 4.2% in November 2025.

Economy & Business | Dated: 13 Dec 2025

India’s retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), eased to a four-month low of 4.2% in November 2025, down from 4.9% in October. The decline was primarily driven by a drop in food prices, particularly vegetables and edible oils, which had spiked in previous months.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The inflation rate is now closer to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) medium-term target of 4%.
  • Core inflation (excluding food and fuel) remained stable at 3.8%.
  • The data was released by the National Statistical Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Indicator: Consumer Price Index (CPI).
  • Value: 4.2% (Nov 2025).
  • Target: RBI aims for 4% (+/- 2%).

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

What was India's retail inflation rate (CPI) recorded for November 2025?

Correct Answer: 4.2%

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About NSO

  • Parent Ministry – MoSPI
  • Minister – Rao Inderjit Singh