Oil shock drives Indian bond selloff ahead of RBI policy minutes.
Context
What happened: Indian government bonds sold off as rising oil prices raised inflation concerns among investors, ahead of the RBI policy minutes.
Key numbers: Benchmark bond yield reached its highest point since March. Consumer inflation rose to 5.54%, with forecasts indicating further increases in October.
Why it matters: The yield hitting its highest level since March reflects a more cautious trading environment, with oil-driven inflation worries weighing on the bond market.