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Central bank preparing for external stress, a theme to prevail in FY27

It is the behaviour of a central bank preparing for a period of external stress, said Sujan Hajra, chief economist and executive director, Anand Rathi Group

RBI MPC meet: Status quo on rates likely as West Asia crisis deepens

After three days of deliberations, the six-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), headed by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, will announce its decision on June 5

Is India's inflation targeting too rigid for this oil-shock climate?

A credible framework requires credible measures of price expectations

RBI likely to hold repo rate at 5.25% through FY27: India Ratings

India Ratings projects GDP growth at 6.7% and inflation at 4.4%, warning that higher crude prices and West Asia tensions may pressure growth and trade deficit

RBI to conduct three-day VRR auction on Tuesday, aims to infuse ₹50K crore

The Reserve Bank of India will conduct a Rs 50,000 crore VRR auction after overnight call rates moved above the policy repo rate amid evolving liquidity conditions

WALR transmission higher for private banks than PSBs in easing cycle: RBI

RBI Bulletin shows stronger pass-through of rate cuts to lending rates by private banks than PSBs, though overall transmission across sectors remains robust

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged; New curbs on digital payment frauds; RBI proposes scrapping IFR

RBI holds repo rate steady The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, maintaining a neutral stance.

RBI maintains status quo, sees FY27 growth at 6.9% with downside risks

Projects inflation to rise to 4.6% in FY27 from 2.1% in FY26, GDP growth to slow to 6.9% from 7.6%

RBI policy prudent, well-calibrated: Bankers welcome regulatory measures

Bankers termed the Reserve Bank's move to hold rates in its policy review on Wednesday as a prudent and well-calibrated measure. Sector-specific moves like the removal of the Investment Fluctuation Reserve requirement and easing of CRAR (capital and risk-adjusted ratio) computation were also welcomed by bankers. "The RBI's decision to maintain a status quo stance amid ongoing global uncertainties reflects a prudent and well-calibrated approach aligned with market expectations," CS Setty, who chairs the largest lender SBI and also industry grouping IBA, said in a statement. Setty said the regulatory moves will help strengthen banks' capital positions and help support credit growth on a sustained basis. Indian Overseas Bank's managing director and chief executive, Ajay Kumar Srivastava, said the status quo reflects a 'safety first' approach wherein the central bank is prioritising macroeconomic stability. "A cautious stance is warranted amid evolving global uncertainties, particular

Between easing inflation and rising geopolitical risks, RBI chooses caution

RBI holds rates amid West Asia uncertainty, with oil prices and geopolitical risks set to shape inflation, growth, and future policy moves

RBI hold repo rate at 5.25%: What it means for your home loan

The RBI has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% in its April 2026 policy. What does this mean for your home loan EMI, savings, and future borrowing costs?

Stable repo rate to sustain housing demand, office leasing momentum

Industry stakeholders say stable borrowing costs will sustain homebuyer confidence, support demand across residential and commercial segments, and provide predictability amid economic uncertainty

RBI MPC Outcome: 5 key takeaways from April MPC decision | Repo rate | Business News

The Reserve Bank of India maintains status quo on interest rates in its first FY27 policy, citing global uncertainty, rising oil prices, and currency pressures while projecting steady growth

RBI's MPC keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, retains neutral stance

The central bank raised its inflation forecast to 4.6 per cent and flagged risks from West Asia tensions, while projecting GDP growth at 6.9 per cent for the current financial year

Markets at crossroads: Policy framework must for sustained up move

While the Iran-US ceasefire has triggered a risk-on rally, amid falling oil prices, and improved investor sentiment, Apruva Sheth writes that the RBI policy will decide long-term trend sustainability

RBI holds repo rate: What it means for equity, bond market investors?

RBI, on Wednesday, kept repo rate unchanged at 5.25% but trimmed FY27 growth outlook. Pankaj Pandey of ICICI Securities explains the policy impact onequity markets, bond yields, and investor strategy

Introducing a core inflation forecast is not a policy shift, says RBI Guv

RBI MPC meet: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra clarified that publishing a core inflation forecast is not a change in policy approach and the central bank will continue to focus on headline inflation

RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%: 5 key takeaways from April MPC decision

The RBI held the repo rate steady at 5.25% and kept its policy stance neutral. It said global tensions and higher energy prices remain key risks for inflation and economic growth

RBI holds 2 VRR auctions in a day amid strong demand for funds from banks

Central bank holds additional ₹50,000 crore VRR auction as banks face year-end liquidity pressures, with demand exceeding notified amounts due to balance sheet adjustments

From crude to currency: Key triggers that could influence markets in FY27

Foreign outflows, the West Asia conflict, rupee depreciation, uncertainty around US tariffs, and elevated valuations were among the key factors that influenced investor sentiment