Practical education on inflation measurement and price tracking in India
Learn how India’s Consumer Price Index is built from the ground up. We walk through basket composition, base year updates, and the actual data collection process that feeds into monthly inflation reports. Over 8 weeks, you’ll understand why certain items matter more than others in CPI calculations and how to read between the lines of official releases.
WPI and CPI tell different stories about inflation, and understanding their relationship is critical for spotting economic shifts early. This program digs into how Wholesale Price Index movements typically precede consumer price changes, with real examples from India’s recent economic history. You’ll learn to use WPI as a leading indicator for business planning.
Move beyond headline inflation numbers. This module teaches you how to track price movements across sectors, identify which categories are driving inflation, and interpret what monthly CPI releases actually mean for the economy. Includes practical frameworks for analyzing price trends in real time, using data from RBI reports and government sources.
Designed for business leaders and policymakers who need to understand inflation’s impact on strategy. This 4-week intensive covers the mechanics of price tracking, why inflation matters for your industry, and how to factor inflation dynamics into forecasting. Includes case studies from Indian sectors experiencing significant price volatility.
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