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WPI Inflation Hits 9.92% in August as Food, Fuel and Factory Prices Surge
Wholesale inflation rose for the third month running to 9.92% in August 2026, driven by costlier food, a record high in manufactured items and 22.93% fuel inflation linked to the West Asia crisis and Hormuz blockade.
Why it matters
With wholesale costs near 10% and factory inputs at a record high, retail prices are likely to stay elevated and businesses face margin pressure as fuel and raw material costs pass through.