
The MPC cannot disregard the broader tightening bias globally. Also, a hike will help RBI stay ahead of the inflation curve

The RBI is expected to hike the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points in October and December due to rising crude prices and inflationary pressures. Changes in the repo rate will affect borrowers and depositors. Here's how.
The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee has opted for a cautious "wait and watch" stance, holding the repo rate steady due to significant geopolitical and weather-related uncertainties. Concerns over rising crude oil prices and potential El Nino…
The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee has opted for a cautious "wait and watch" stance, holding the repo rate steady due to significant geopolitical and weather-related uncertainties. Concerns over rising crude oil prices and potential El Nino…
The RBI is widely expected to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% in the June 5 MPC meeting despite concerns over rising fuel prices, a weaker rupee and geopolitical tensions. Experts believe FD rates are unlikely to rise soon as liquidity conditions, credi…

FD laddering involves spreading investments across multiple fixed deposits with varying maturities, enhancing liquidity and flexibility. Here's how it works and how the strategy benefits investors when repo rate is changed by RBI.
Inflation's rise impacts living costs, prompting the RBI to manage it via the repo rate. Changes in this rate directly affect personal loan interest, with unsecured loans responding faster. Understanding these dynamics and borrower profiles helps in preparing…