Fall in Indian inflation not enough to prompt further rate cuts

Wholesale price inflation in India fell more than expected in January, to 6.6%. But with consumer price inflation rising to 10.8% and the current account deficit heading for a record high this year, the central bank is unlikely to rush to ease rates again.

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