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India's Monsoon Deficit Hits 14% as Drier Phase Threatens Crop Yields

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•The IMD forecasts below-normal monsoon rainfall continuing until September 2, per News18
•India's current monsoon deficit stands at 14%, threatening agricultural output across the country
•Reduced crop yields from insufficient rainfall are expected to drive higher food prices
•Food inflation carries disproportionate impact in India, where household food spending represents a large share of income

Sources

India's Monsoon Enters Drier-Than-Normal Phase, Inflation Risks Heighten

News18

Inflation data and RBA minutes to reveal rates clues

Thewest

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