India’s economy shows resilience despite global uncertainty, as September inflation hits its lowest since 2017, driven by food deflation.

• Headline inflation dropped below the target for eight straight months, showing strong macroeconomic stability despite weak global demand.
• Food deflation remained the primary factor in reducing overall inflation, offsetting pressures from other consumer sectors.
• Core inflation rose slightly due to higher gold prices and increased housing costs, signaling selective inflationary pressures ahead.