Consumer inflation likely 3% below RBI estimate in Q4: UBI Report

Consumer inflation for Q4 FY26 is projected at 3 percent, below RBI's estimate. This forecast follows a shift in the CPI base year. February inflation rose to 3.21 percent, with food inflation at 3.35 percent. Food inflation is expected to remain muted in FY26 due to a high base effect. March inflation may see upward pressure.