RBI’s first rate cut in five years is small but can be effective
By cutting rates, the RBI sends a message that it is ready to support growth, confident that the worst of inflation is over.
Here are five graphics that will help you understand some of the key stories from last week
The BJP on Saturday (February 8, 2025) returned to power in Delhi after more than 26 years to sweep away the Arvind ...
When Will Your Home & Auto Loan EMIs Drop After RBI's Interest Rate Cut?
Repo rate-linked loan EMIs will be reduced immediately, within about a month, but MCLR-linked loans could take at least two ...
The Daily Star1d
RBI delivers first rate cut since 2020
India’s central bank cut interest rates Friday for the first time in nearly five years, as concerns over a growth slowdown in ...
Deccan Chronicle1d
RBI rate cut cycle to be shallow say economists
The RBI decided to stick to its “neutral” stance, acknowledging that the global atmosphere remains uncertain due to evolving ...
Union Bank of India sees lower inflation for FY25 and FY26 than MPC estimates
The UBI stated, "MPC revised FY25 growth projection to 6.4 per cent from 6.6 per cent previously even as it projects recovery ...
India Today2d
RBI repo rate cut, coupled with tax sops in Budget, could boost consumption
Experts are optimistic that the 25 bps cut—the first in nearly five years—will make borrowing cheaper and spur the demand for consumer durables, automobiles and homes ...
Rationale behind RBI’s repo rate cut by 25 bps, possible impact on interest rates, investment and consumption
EMIs on home and vehicle loans will come down, making it easier for individuals to repay their debts. A lower repo rate makes ...
RBI MPC Meeting 2025 Highlights: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra-led MPC delivers first repo rate cut in 5 years
The RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra delivered the first interest rate cut in nearly five years. The RBI MPC reduced the repo ...
Gulf Times3d
RBI cuts rates for first time in nearly 5 years
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cut its key repo rate for the first time in nearly five years yesterday and signalled a less restrictive policy approach ahead, as it seeks ...