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Experts believe RBI's rate cut to ease interest costs, support growth

The repo rate cut of 25 basis points by the monetary policy committee (MPC) of the RBI will give a long-awaited relief on interest rates and support economic growth, according to experts. Chief Economist of Crisil Ltd, Dharmakirti Joshi, said that as expected, the MPC of the central bank cut rates for the first time on Friday since May 2020. The repo rate has been lowered by 25 basis points to 6.25 per cent. Joshi said the recent easing in consumer price index (CPI) inflation and the need to remain supportive of economic growth has moved the RBI to act in this regard. However, the MPC maintained the policy stance at 'neutral', which gives flexibility to remain data dependent and respond to exigencies, Joshi said. The MPC moves in the future will depend more on domestic inflation, he said. "Elevated rates have impacted India's GDP growth, while the budget for the next financial year is mildly supportive of growth, while continuing on the path of fiscal consolidation," he said. Jo

RBI MPC 2025 Highlights: Endeavour of RBI to provide as much as liquidity as required, says RBI Guv

RBI Monetary Policy Highlights: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced a 25 bps cut in the repo rate -- from 6.5% to 6.25%

RBI allows 156 vostro accounts with 26 banks for rupee trade settlement

The government on Friday said so far the RBI has permitted 123 correspondent banks from 30 trading partner countries to open 156 Special Rupee Vostro Accounts (SRVAs) with 26 banks in India to promote bilateral trade in local currencies. The RBI has also entered into local currency settlement system arrangements with select trade partner countries like the UAE, Indonesia and Maldives for encouraging settlement of cross-border trade in rupee and the local bank of the partner country, Minister of State For Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada said in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha. "As on date, RBI has permitted 123 Correspondent banks from 30 trading partner countries for opening of total 156 SRVAs with 26 AD (authorised deal) banks in India," he said. The government in consultation with the RBI, has taken several steps towards increasing the availability and acceptability of the domestic currency and use of other local currencies for cross-border transactions. This would enable

Stock Market Highlights: Rate cut fails to cheer D-St; Sensex ends 198 pts lower, Nifty at 23,560

Markets Today Highlight: FMCG and PSU Bank shares bore the brunt of the selling on Friday after RBI, as expected, announced a 25 bps rate cut. Mid- and Small-cap indices finished on a mixed note.

RBI rate cut: Home loan borrowers can save Rs 4.20 lakh on Rs 50 lakh loan

RBI's decision to reduce the repo rates by 25 bps piggybacks on the recent taxation benefits announced in the Union Budget

Repo rate cut to provide long-awaited relief on interest rates: Experts

The repo rate cut by 25 basis points by the monetary policy committee (MPC) of RBI announced Friday will give a long-awaited relief on interest rates and also be supportive of economic growth, according to experts. Repo rate is the interest rate at which the RBI lends money to commercial banks. Chief economist of Crisil Limited Dharmakirti Joshi said that as expected, the MPC of the central bank cut rates for the first time since May 2020. The repo rate has been cut by 25 basis points which now stands at 6.25 per cent. Joshi said that the recent easing in consumer price index (CPI) inflation and the need to remain supportive of economic growth has moved the RBI to act in this regard. However, the MPC maintained the policy stance at 'neutral', which gives flexibility to remain data dependent and respond to exigencies, Joshi said. The MPC moves in the future will depend more on domestic inflation, he said. "Elevated rates have impacted India's GDP growth, while the budget for the

Stocks, Bonds: Where to invest after RBI's first repo rate cut in 5 yrs?

RBI Monetary Policy: RBI MPC announced a repo rate cut to 6.25 per cent from 6.5 per cent amid slow economic growth and sticky inflation. Here is how investors should invest after RBI policy

RBI to introduce 'bank.in' and 'fin.in' domains to enhance payment security

This initiative aims to reduce cyber security threats and malicious activities like phishing; and, streamline secure financial services.

Fixed deposit rates may fall after RBI cut - what investors can do now

With interest rates likely to decline further, FD investors may need to rethink their approach

Big relief for home loan borrowers as RBI cuts repo rate by 25 bps

Banks likely to lower lending rates for home, auto and business loans, according to one analyst

RBI announces first rate cut in nearly 5 years, keeps stance 'neutral'

Cut in the repo rate comes after 11 consecutive MPC meetings in which the rate remained unchanged at 6.50%

Expect 25 bps rate cut: How will debt funds react to potential RBI cut?

A reduction in interest rates typically has a significant impact on debt funds, particularly in terms of bond prices, yields, and the overall returns they generate for investors.

Can RBI Policy trigger a breakout? Near support for Bank Nifty at 50,000

The Bank Nifty is expected to consolidate in the 50,000-50,600 range; a breakout in either direction will further set the next move for the index, says Hrishikesh Yedve of Asit C. Mehta.

How to trade Bank Nifty, Fin Nifty ahead of RBI Policy? Key levels to track

On Thursday thus far, Nifty Bank, Nifty PSU Bank and Nifty Financial Services quoted with losses up to 0.8% in a slippery market; technical charts hint up to 8% potential upside on these indices.

Citi appoints K Balasubramanian as India head, subject to RBI approval

Global banking major Citi on Wednesday announced the appointment of K Balasubramanian as the head of India. Balasubramanian's appointment as the India subcontinent sub-cluster and banking head is subject to regulatory approval from the Reserve Bank of India, an official statement said, adding that he will be reporting to head of Asia South Amol Gupte. "India is one of Citi's largest markets globally where we have strong business momentum and we are confident Bala will build further on our leadership position in this key market," Gupte said. The appointment has been necessitated because incumbent Ashu Khullar has been appointed as the co-head of Global Asset Managers (GAM). Khullar will be part of the investment banking global operating committee, as per a memo from Citi's head of banking Vis Raghavan and head of international Ernesto Torres Cantu. "During Ashu's tenure from 2019-2025, Citi has recorded impressive all-round growth becoming the top investment bank across equity capi

Stock Market Close Highlights: Sensex sheds 313pts, Nifty ends at 23,696; Smallcap shares outperform

Stock Market Highlights on February 5, 2025: Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks, with small-cap shares leading the charge, as the Nifty Smallcap100 index ended higher by 1.85 per cent

DLF, Lodha: 5 real-estate shares that can gain upto 16% ahead of RBI Policy

The Nifty Realty index has surged 14% in the last 7 trading days, with select stocks rising up to 27% in anticipation of a rate cut in the upcoming RBI Policy. Here's technical view on realty stocks.

RBI Policy Preview: MPC's decision on interest rates hangs by a fine thread

RBI Monetary Policy: With the Union Budget for FY-2026 behind us, the focus now shifts to the next big event on the horizon - the Monetary Policy Committee's (MPC) final meeting for FY-2025 on Feb 7

RBI's bond holdings to be treated at par with mkt, no swap for longer debt

The government aims to conduct a switch target of 2.50 trillion rupees in the next financial year, but there is no specific amount earmarked for buybacks

Best of BS Opinion: Union Budget 2025 aims to clear multiple hurdles

From nuclear power generation to agri reforms, from a noisy middle class to central bank's moves on interest rates, the government must jump over many obstacles to achieve its objectives