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RBI monetary policy: August rate cut hopes get a fillip, says BS poll

Economists pencil in 25 bps reduction in the repo rate by December

RBI's 3-day VRRR sees weak demand amid GST outflows, reporting week

Market participants said that banks were reluctant to park higher amounts at the auction due to the fortnightly reporting period at the end of the current week

Rupee depreciates beyond 86 per dollar on foreign bank, corporate bids

The rupee settled at 85.99 per dollar, against the previous close of 85.78 per dollar. It has depreciated by 0.6 per cent in 2025-26 (FY26)

RBI to hold 3-day VRRR auction Tuesday to absorb ₹1 trillion liquidity

On Monday, the overnight weighted average call rate (WACR) settled at 5.31 per cent, against the previous day's close of 5.45 per cent

Amount parked in RBI's SDF window declines on back of VRRR auctions

The amount parked by banks in the Reserve Bank of India's SDF window has fallen significantly, driven by VRRR auctions, with the call rate aligning closer to the repo rate

Bids for RBI's 7-day VRRR auction fall short of notified amount

Receive bids worth ₹1.51 trn against notified amount of ₹2.5 trn

Rupee breaks 3-day gaining streak on renewed tariff threat by US

Traders are waiting developments on the anticipated tariff announcement between India and the US, which could significantly influence sentiment

RBI likely to replace WACR with TREPS as operative target, says Nomura

Nomura reports that the RBI may shift its liquidity management target from WACR to TREPS or a SORR-like composite, in line with global best practices and increased volumes in secured money markets

RBI set to conduct 7-day VRRR auction on Friday to absorb ₹2.5 trillion

The Reserve Bank of India will conduct a Rs 2.5 trillion seven-day reverse repo auction to absorb surplus liquidity from the banking system and align the weighted average call rate with the repo rate

Banks expect RBI to double VRRR auction as liquidity stays surplus

At 2-day VRRR auction, RBI receives bids worth ₹97,315 cr against notified ₹1 trn

RBI issues draft directions for novation of OTC derivative contracts

Draft norms enable position transfer in OTC derivatives with consent and fair pricing; RBI mandates tripartite structure to ensure risk shift and regulatory adherence

RBI accepts ₹97,315 crore in VRRR auction; cut-off rises to 5.49%

Market cautious ahead of expected ₹2 trn VRRR auction as call and TREP rates rise; overnight WACR climbs to 5.34%, RBI absorbs ₹97,315 crore against notified ₹1 trn

RBI to conduct two-day VRRR auction on Wednesday to soak up ₹1 trillion

The surplus liquidity has kept the overnight weighted average call rate (WACR) near the standing deposit facility (SDF) rate of 5.25 per cent and well below the repo rate of 5.5 per cent

Rupee strengthens, tracking falling crude oil prices and dollar index

The Indian rupee appreciated by 22 paise, tracking declines in the dollar index and crude oil prices, while foreign equity inflows provided further support

Rupee weakens against US dollar on Donald Trump's renewed tariff threat

Rupee ends 47 paise lower at 85.86 per dollar as Trump warns 10% tariffs on BRICS-aligned nations; RBI seen selling dollars to cap volatility after hitting 86 mark

'Growth', guv's tie colour likely to signal rate moves: SBI's report

SBI explores correlations between policy language and RBI Governor's tie colours, suggesting subtle textual and visual cues may foreshadow monetary policy changes

FX reserves reclaim $700 billion mark, just short of all-time high

India's forex reserves hit $702.7 bn in week ended June 27, nearing 2024 peak; driven by $5.9 bn RBI dollar purchases, partly offset by revaluation losses

Banking system liquidity surplus tops ₹4 trillion; strong VRRR demand

Liquidity jumps on government spending and surplus transfer; RBI gets ₹1.7 tn bids at 7-day VRRR, with cut-off at 5.47%; experts see preference for shorter operations

Banking system liquidity hits 3-year high at $3.74 trillion: RBI data

Banking system liquidity rose to a net surplus of Rs 3.74 trillion, the highest since June 2022. The market is now awaiting action from the RBI to manage the surplus and ensure monetary transmission

Rupee strengthens on hopes of India-US trade deal, crude prices fall

The rupee rose to 85.19 against the US dollar as hopes of a trade deal between India and the US grew, while falling crude oil prices also supported the currency's gains