New Delhi, Jan. 14 -- India's wholesale price index (WPI) inflation moved out of deflation and rose to an eight-month high of 0.8% in December 2025, supported mainly by easing food price pressures and a gradual firming up in core inflation.

However, the headline print remained significantly lower than the 2.6% recorded in December 2024, indicating a relatively benign inflation environment, according to an analysis by Bank of Baroda.

Looking ahead, economists cautioned that while global commodity prices such as oil and base metals are currently under pressure, risks remain from currency depreciation and potential geopolitical tensions, which could push input costs higher and add upside risks to inflation in the coming months.

The uptick...