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RBI's wait-and-watch policy: Its rate status quo, neutral stance retention and forecast restraint all make sense
The Monetary Policy Committee altered neither the repo rate nor stance, while holding back full-year growth and inflation forecasts as we await new data series for both. RBI made a few changes, though—aimed at customer protection and easing credit for MSMEs and real estate.
3 min read6 Feb 2026Another rate cut on the cards? What to expect from RBI MPC outcome today
The RBI is likely to keep the repo rate steady at 5.25% in February, emphasizing liquidity management over rate cuts. Analysts note that government borrowing and trade improvements create a cautious backdrop for monetary policy, with inflation dynamics complicating further easing decisions.
3 min read6 Feb 2026India-US trade deal changes RBI monetary policy outlook: BofA explains why rate cut cycle may be over now
Bank of America sees upside risks to India's FY27 GDP projections of 6.8% due to a trade deal that enhances export competitiveness and reduces tariff burdens. The RBI is expected to maintain rates, focusing on liquidity management as the growth outlook improves.
3 min read4 Feb 2026Monetary policy in 2026 is all about liquidity
The easing cycle has now given way to possibly an extended pause, even as the central bank works aggressively behind the scenes to keep the system flush.
4 min read4 Feb 2026RBI likely to pause on rates in February policy as liquidity takes centre stage
RBI faces a balancing act: keeping rates steady while injecting liquidity through OMOs or buy/sell swaps to support the rupee and bridging the widening credit-deposit gap.
4 min read4 Feb 2026Rate cuts are done. Liquidity is now the real challenge for RBI
The communication will likely stay growth-supportive and emphasize readiness to respond to any downside risks, especially those linked to US tariffs.
4 min read2 Feb 2026Budget 2026 to RBI MPC meeting, gold, silver prices: Top five triggers that may dictate Indian stock market this week
Stock market today: The Sensex plunged over 2,800 points from the day's peak, while the Nifty 50 slid to 24,571.75 after the announcement of an increase in the STT
4 min read1 Feb 2026How may the US Fed meeting outcome impact the RBI MPC meeting next month? Explained
According to experts, the Federal FOMC's decision to keep rates unchanged has important implications for global monetary policy, including India.
2 min read29 Jan 2026Current RBI rate cut cycle over; inflation expected to move upwards, says YES Bank
The Consumer Price Index rose to 0.71% in November from 0.25% in October. YES Bank economists predict the MPC will maintain a neutral stance, with no further rate cuts unless growth weakens significantly.
2 min read20 Dec 2025RBI Governor voted for rate cut on back of benign inflation, to support growth: MPC minutes show
After the RBI cut the repo rate to 5.25% earlier in December, some economists have discounted the possibility of further rate cuts.
4 min read19 Dec 2025