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July rains ease monsoon deficit, but crop and inflation risks persist

IN · 2026-07-15

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  1. Step 1 · The triggerJuly rains reduce monsoon deficit but uneven distribution persists, threatening kharif crop yields.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onCrop damage pushes food inflation higher, forcing RBI to hold repo rate longer.
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onHigher interest rates increase SME borrowing costs and reduce discretionary spending.
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youDemand for irrigation equipment and fertilisers rises as farmers try to mitigate uneven rainfall.

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Source: LiveMint — Economy

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