RBI cuts repo rate to 6.25%, 1st cut in 5 years

India's central bank cuts repo rate for first time in nearly 5 years
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reduced its key repo rate on Friday for the first time since May 2020, aiming to provide stimulus to the sluggish economy, which is projected to grow at its slowest pace in four years during the current fiscal year.
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With a reduction in the repo rate and an expected recovery in industrial activity and robust household consumption, the RBI has projected the real gross domestic product (GDP) at 6.7% for 2025-26.
What Is Repo Rate And How Does It Impact? RBI Cuts Interest Rates, Repo Rate Reduced By 25 bps To 6.25%
In addition to the repo rate cut, the Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) and Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rates have also been reduced by 25 bps to 6% and 6.5%, respectively. The bank rate has also been adjusted to 6.5%.
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reduced its key repo rate on Friday for the first time since May 2020, aiming to provide stimulus to the sluggish economy, which is projected to grow at its slowest pace in four years during the current fiscal year.
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Discover the RBI's 25 basis points repo rate cut to 6.25%, its impact on economic growth, credit support, and inflation projections. Learn how the rate change benefits borrowers and businesses while maintaining flexibility for future policy adjustments.
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The Reserve Bank of India has cut its key interest rate for the first time in nearly five years, as cooling inflation has offered room to stimulate the slowing economy. The Monetary Policy Committee decided to trim the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.
Instant view: India's central bank cuts repo rate for first time in nearly 5 years
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reduced its key repo rate on Friday for the first time since May 2020, aiming to provide stimulus to the sluggish economy, which is projected to grow at its slowest pace in four years during the current fiscal year.
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Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously decided to cut the repo rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down from 6.50% to 6.25%. The decision is aimed at balancing growth with inflation control. While the rate cut signals a push to stimulate economic activity amid global uncertainties,
RBI Monetary Policy: Governor Sanjay Malhotra delivers 25 bps rate cut for first time in 5 years; 5 key takeaways
The RBI's Monetary Policy Committee cut the repo rate by 25 bps for the first time in nearly five years, maintaining a neutral stance. Governor Sanjay Malhotra noted inflation aligns with targets amid concerns over economic growth and signs of inflation nearing 4 per cent.
Will RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra kick off his RBI innings with a 25 bps rate cut in debut MPC meeting?
The newly-appointed RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra is anticipated to announce a 25 basis points repo rate cut to 6.25% on February 7. With the slowing economic growth and easing inflation, the Monetary Policy Committee may favor rate reduction to stimulate the economy,
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