In India, middle-class families fork out 18-25% of income on vehicle ownership, including EMIs, fuel taxes, and maintenance, on loans at 9-12% interest.

Imagine waking up to find your money is worth less, your savings are eroding, and your dreams slipping further away. Inflation, the silent thief, doesn’t strike everyone equally. It’s a shape-shifter, punishing some while rewarding others. As we stand in 2025, with global economies teetering and growth stories under scrutiny, what does inflation hold for all of us?