Page 3 - Latest Updates on Sanjay Malhotra
Rate cut could be a close call as RBI eyes lower CPI, steady growth view
RBI will pare CPI inflation projection again, but might not change growth estimate for now; dovish undertone likely
 "Rate cut could be a close call as RBI eyes lower CPI, steady growth view")
Comfortable liquidity reinforced transmission of rate cuts in markets
System liquidity, as measured by the net position under the liquidity adjustment facility, has been in surplus, averaging ₹3 trillion per day since the last MPC meeting
 "Comfortable liquidity reinforced transmission of rate cuts in markets")
MPC review: RBI hits pause on policy repo rate cuts, citing uncertainties
The central bank also cut the inflation outlook for the current financial year by 60 basis points (bps) to 3.1 per cent which is significantly below its mandated target of 4 per cent
 "MPC review: RBI hits pause on policy repo rate cuts, citing uncertainties")
RBI MPC highlights: Difficult to predict what impact tariffs will have, says RBI governor
RBI MPC Meeting August 2025 highlights: Stay tuned here for live updates
 "RBI MPC highlights: Difficult to predict what impact tariffs will have, says RBI governor")
India's forex reserves fall $9 billion to $689 bn reflecting rupee defence
The rupee slid 1.18 per cent against the dollar in the week through August 1, marking its sharpest weekly decline in nearly three years
 "India's forex reserves fall $9 billion to $689 bn reflecting rupee defence")
RBI holds repo rate, says uncertainty of US tariffs 'still evolving'
Policy-setting committee continues with neutral stance as governor says Indian economy holds bright prospects
Feb, Apr rate cuts fully transmitted, to help improve growth: RBI Governor
RBI governor says further rate reductions will depend on outlook for growth and inflation
 "Feb, Apr rate cuts fully transmitted, to help improve growth: RBI Governor")
Inflation undershoots, yet risks remain: Rate cuts may spark volatility
The MPC's June 2025 decision to cut the repo rate by 50 basis points - more than expected - surprised markets
 "Inflation undershoots, yet risks remain: Rate cuts may spark volatility")
RBI may cut rates further if inflation falls or growth slows: Guv Malhotra
While price stability remains the central bank's primary objective, growth is also a key consideration
 "RBI may cut rates further if inflation falls or growth slows: Guv Malhotra")
Managing excess liquidity: Financial markets need more clarity now
Excess liquidity could also incentivise the banking system to extend loans at lower rates
 "Managing excess liquidity: Financial markets need more clarity now")
Healthy balance sheets augur well for economy: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra
In the Financial Stability Report, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra says domestic resilience is strong but global tariffs, geopolitics and climate risks could impact growth
Indian financial system resilient amid global uncertainty: RBI report
RBI Governor says financial stability is essential for growth, urges vigilance as global structural shifts make policymaking harder amid trade fragmentation, climate risks, and geopolitical tensions
 "Indian financial system resilient amid global uncertainty: RBI report")
BS Poll: On terminal policy repo rate, Street views are evenly split
The domestic rate setting panel had cut policy repo rate by 50 basis points to5.5 per cent in the June meeting, higher than market expectation of 25 bps
 "BS Poll: On terminal policy repo rate, Street views are evenly split")
What works in central banking? Striking a balance between talk and action
The latest monetary policy has also gone for a 50-basis-point rate cut, double the anticipated reduction
 "What works in central banking? Striking a balance between talk and action")
RBI sends conflicting signals about monetary policy with surprise moves
The Reserve Bank of India surprised analysts last week by cutting interest rates more than expected and announcing a cash boost for banks, citing the need to spur growth
 "RBI sends conflicting signals about monetary policy with surprise moves")
Lower net FDI due to repatriation signals mature market, says RBI governor
RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra explains net FDI decline in FY25 is due to repatriation, reflecting market maturity as gross FDI rose and India remains attractive to investors
 "Lower net FDI due to repatriation signals mature market, says RBI governor")
No plans to raise foreign ownership cap in banks beyond 15%: RBI Governor
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra has said there are no plans to raise foreign ownership in banks beyond 15% for now. A review of ownership norms is underway as India needs more banks with credible owners
 "No plans to raise foreign ownership cap in banks beyond 15%: RBI Governor")
RBI MPC Meet June 2025: When and where to watch rate decision live
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra will announce the outcome of the June MPC meeting at 10 am today, with live broadcast on YouTube, RBI's X handle and official website
 "RBI MPC Meet June 2025: When and where to watch rate decision live")
India may ease bank ownership rules as foreign interest, capital needs grow
Analysts say foreign banks are keen for deals in India, the world's fastest-growing major economy, especially as it angles for regional trade agreements
 "India may ease bank ownership rules as foreign interest, capital needs grow")
Deposit insurance cap hike likely soon, may go beyond ₹5 lakh in 6 months
The deposit insurance limit refers to the amount of savings in bank deposits whose safety is assured if a lender goes bankrupt
 "Deposit insurance cap hike likely soon, may go beyond ₹5 lakh in 6 months")