High frequency indicators reflect pick up in economy during H2 of FY25

RBI noted in its monthly bulletin that India's high frequency indicators point towards a sequential pick-up in momentum of economic activity during H2:2024-25, which is likely to sustain moving forward. The Union Budget 2025-26 prudently balances fiscal consolidation and growth objectives by continued focus on capex alongside measures to boost household incomes and consumption. Retail inflation moderated to a five-month low in January, mainly due to a sharp decline in vegetable prices.