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1 more repo rate cut by RBI likely in MPC review in December: Economists

Several major GST-affected categories did not show full transmission in October which implies further spillover into November. Nov CPI is currently tracking 0.9 per cent, with a downside due to GST spillover. FY26E headline CPI is now less than 2 per cent, implying further downside of 50 bps to RBI's forecast of 2.6 per cent.

1 day ago

'Unsubstantiated rumours': RBI dismisses reports of selling 35 tonnes of gold

In a post shared by the PIB Fact Check Unit on X, the central bank clarified that no such sale had taken place and urged the public to rely only on official sources for verified information.

6 days ago

India 2nd in consumer demand of gold globally, RBI reserves rise to 880 tonnes

However, higher prices have led to lower demand of gold in 2025. In Q3 2025, consumer demand of gold declined by around 16 per cent year-on-year, driven by reduced jewellery demand, said the report by Dr. Soumya Kanti Ghosh, Group Chief Economic Advisor, SBI.

9 days ago

RBI boosts gold holdings in India to 575.8 tonnes; domestic prices edge higher

Meanwhile, gold prices in India rose on Wednesday, tracking gains in international bullion markets ahead of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold opened nearly flat at Rs 1,19,647 per 10 grams, compared to its previous close of Rs 1,19,646.

15 days ago

Banks may soon finance corporate acquisitions — RBI suggests stricter safeguards

Up to 70 per cent of the acquisition cost may be financed by banks, with the remaining 30 per cent having to come from the acquiring company's own equity contribution. According to the proposal, either the acquiring company or a step-down special purpose vehicle (SPV) created specifically for the acquisition can receive the funding.

20 days ago

Stock market snaps three-day rally; IT stocks fall, Adani Group's shares rise

FIIs return to Indian markets, pump in over Rs 10,000 crore in October

The sudden shift in foreign fund flows has surprised many market watchers. Some analysts see this as a short-term rebound, while others believe it reflects improving corporate earnings prospects and stabilising economic conditions in India.

29 days ago

RBI's wait-and-watch stance prudent, Dec rate cut not assured: Report

While any further rate cut by the RBI will depend on growth conditions, the depth of further rate cuts may be extremely limited and hence the RBI may also want to retain the powder dry for now, the report from Yes Bank said.

Oct 14, 2025

Inflation likely around 0.45 pc next month, time for decisive RBI actions: SBI

"RBI, with its primary mandate of inflation targeting, runs the risk of missing the bull's eye if it remains fixated on market cacophony even when the deceleration in inflation has been way too evident and long term actuals, in general, seem quite detached from the figures released by the Central Bank in its own forecasters' assessment," Ghosh argued.

Oct 14, 2025

SEBI in talks with UIDAI and RBI to enable remote KYC access for NRIs

According to SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey, this will be an urgent goal for them so that NRIs don't have to come to India for KYC. "It will be a major development once operational," Pandey said during an event organised by the BSE Brokers Forum (BBF) here.

Oct 12, 2025

RBI appoints Sanjay Kumar Hansda as Executive Director

Who is Sanjay Kumar Hansda; RBI appoints new Executive Director

Sanjay Kumar Hansda recently returned to the central bank on October 6, after completing his deputation as Senior Advisor to the Executive Director (India) at the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Oct 9, 2025

RBI may go for 1 more rates cut; GST reform and festive spending to boost growth

According to the 'Monthly Economic Buffet' report for September 2025, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously decided to maintain a neutral policy stance, keeping rates steady while monitoring the impact of tariff changes and GST rationalisation on economic activity.

Oct 7, 2025

SBI sees inflation below RBI projections, calls it a regulatory policy too

SBI highlighted that several domestic factors are easing price pressures, such as the good progress of the monsoon, higher kharif sowing, strong reservoir levels, adequate foodgrain stocks, and the recent rationalisation of GST rates.

Oct 2, 2025

RBI slashes inflation forecast to 2.6 pc in FY26 over GST reforms, benign food prices

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said that "The recently implemented GST rate rationalisation would lead to a reduction in prices of several items in the CPI basket. Overall, the inflation outcome is likely to be softer than what was projected in the August monetary policy committee resolution, primarily on account of the GST rate cuts and benign food prices."

Oct 1, 2025

RBI rolls out more steps to internationalise the rupee

"For months now, the government has been taking steps to internationalise the rupee, which refers to the process of making the Indian currency widely accepted and used for global trade, finance, and investment. We have been making steady progress in this regard," RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said.

Oct 1, 2025

RBI doubles IPO loan limit, allows up to Rs 25 lakh financing per investor

The central bank has decided to allow banks to finance acquisitions by Indian corporates, while also easing restrictions on lending against shares and debt securities. Governor Sanjay Malhotra, after the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, said that the RBI will put in place an enabling framework to help banks provide loans for acquisitions.

Oct 1, 2025

RBI MPC meet: Expect next rate cut in December, says Goldman Sachs' analyst

nvestors await the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy decision on Wednesday, in hopes for a potential lending rate cut. Sengupta said that the RBI's stance will be impacted by the uncertain trade policy and external headwinds, despite a strong domestic growth outlook.

Sep 30, 2025

RBI eases norms for small business loans, working capital loans to jewellers

"Banks are generally prohibited from lending for the purchase of gold or silver in any form, or lending against the security of primary gold or silver. However, a carve-out has been allowed for Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) for granting working capital loans to jewellers," the statement said.

Sep 30, 2025

RBI likely to keep repo rate unchanged amid growth risks, low inflation: Report

The central bank had last cut the repo rate by 50 basis points in June, while the August review saw the rate being held steady, according to a report by Bajaj Broking. The report said the RBI is likely to maintain the current rate as inflation remains low and manageable, but risks to growth are becoming more visible.

Sep 29, 2025

RBI Monetary Policy Committee unlikely to cut rates in October: Report

The transmission of the past 100 bps rate cut is assessed as nearly complete for fresh deposits (-94 bps) but muted for outstanding deposits (-18 bps), ICRA said in its report.

Sep 25, 2025

Shaktikanta Das 25th governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

RBI urges banks to step up efforts to return crores in unclaimed deposits

Balances in savings and current accounts that remain inoperative for ten years, or term deposits not claimed within ten years from the date of maturity, are classified as unclaimed deposits and subsequently transferred by banks to the DEA fund maintained by the central bank.

Sep 24, 2025