09/06/2026
Inflation doesn’t hurt everyone equally.
When prices of basics like wheat flour, rice, pulses, milk, and vegetables go up, everyone pays more. But the real impact depends on how much of your income already goes into these essentials.
For a family earning ₹20,000 a month and spending ₹5,000 on groceries, 25% of the income is going just into food. For someone earning ₹1,00,000 and spending ₹15,000, the grocery bill is higher in rupee terms, but it is only 15% of their income.
That is why inflation hits lower-income and middle-income households much harder. The same price rise can disturb one family’s entire monthly budget, while another family may barely feel the pressure.
A simple way to check your risk is this: if 25% or more of your monthly income is going into groceries and basic food expenses, you are in an inflation-sensitive zone.
This is exactly why an emergency fund is not optional. Before chasing risky investments or unnecessary spending, build a 3 to 6 month financial buffer. Inflation never comes with a warning, and your savings should be ready before prices start testing your budget.
Share this with a friend who spends first and plans later.