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Inflation Surges: AICPI-IW Jumps to 154.4 in August
1 Oct
Summary
- AICPI-IW increased by 1.2 points, reaching 154.4 in August.
- Consumer price index for industrial workers recorded 154.4 points.
- Inflation rate climbed to 4.96% in August from 4.57%.
The All-India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (AICPI-IW) has shown a notable increase for August 2026. Data released by the Labour Bureau indicates that the index climbed by 1.2 points, reaching a total of 154.4 points. This figure represents a rise from the 153.2 points recorded in July.
The surge in the AICPI-IW is accompanied by an uptick in the overall inflation rate. For August 2026, the inflation rate stood at 4.96 percent. This marks an increase from the 4.57 percent inflation rate observed in the previous month, highlighting a growing trend in consumer prices.
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