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    Starting April 2027, UK pension pots will be subject to inheritance tax, prompting a reevaluation of legacy planning strategies. For Indians holding UK pensions, transferring them to Indian QROPS before this deadline becomes vital. This process involves specific forms and an exact completion sequence. Indian pension schemes present a variety of investment options tailored to different risk profiles. ...Less

  • Rather than locking into long-duration bonds at current yields, Puneet Pal, Head – Fixed Income at PGIM I ...More

    Rather than locking into long-duration bonds at current yields, Puneet Pal, Head – Fixed Income at PGIM India Mutual Fund, believes investors should stay nimble and wait for potentially higher yield levels as the rate cycle evolves. ...Less

  • RBI Repo Rate: The Reserve Bank of India kept its benchmark repo rate steady at 5.25%. Policymakers cited ...More

    RBI Repo Rate: The Reserve Bank of India kept its benchmark repo rate steady at 5.25%. Policymakers cited rising food and fuel costs as the primary inflation drivers. Global geopolitical tensions and volatile oil prices pose significant risks. Domestic economic growth remains resilient despite external headwinds. The central bank awaits greater clarity on inflation before any policy shift. ...Less

  • India's residential housing market saw sales decline by 6.1% YoY in Q2 2026, while average prices rose 1% ...More

    India's residential housing market saw sales decline by 6.1% YoY in Q2 2026, while average prices rose 1% QoQ to Rs 10,153 per sq ft. Led by a 26% price surge in Bengaluru, widening cost-sales gaps indicate maturing market dynamics and growing affordability pressures for mid-income buyers. ...Less

  • The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% and retained its "neutral" policy stance, ...More

    The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% and retained its "neutral" policy stance, in line with market expectations, as it awaits more data to assess the impact of higher oil prices on inflation. The timeline below tracks changes in India's benchmark repo rate since June 2000. ...Less

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    He believes the current environment offers an opportunity to lock in yields rather than wait for a marginal rise in rates, while investors with a three-year horizon could consider longer-duration bond funds such as corporate bond and G-sec funds. ...Less

  • While the near-term rate outlook remains uncertain amid global inflation and energy price risks, the fixe ...More

    While the near-term rate outlook remains uncertain amid global inflation and energy price risks, the fixed-income landscape continues to offer opportunities across select segments. ...Less

  • At the same time, the RBI remains watchful of risks from geopolitics, crude oil prices and global monetar ...More

    At the same time, the RBI remains watchful of risks from geopolitics, crude oil prices and global monetary policy developments. ...Less

  • Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank have raised their lending rates. These banks increased their Marginal Cost ...More

    Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank have raised their lending rates. These banks increased their Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rates by up to ten basis points. The revised rates for both banks become effective from August 12, 2026. Borrowers with loans linked to MCLR may see their interest payments rise. This decision follows the Reserve Bank of India's recent repo rate maintenance. ...Less

  • ETMarkets Smart Talk | How to invest ₹1 crore in bonds for 3 years: Vineet Agarwal’s playbook

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    For investors with a three-year horizon, the focus now shifts from chasing capital gains to earning steady carry while managing credit, liquidity and reinvestment risks. ...Less

  • RBI's status quo on repo rate to boost festive housing demand, homebuyer confidence: Industry experts

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    The RBI’s decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% is expected to support homebuyer sentiment and sustain housing demand during the festive season, according to real estate industry experts. The central bank also retained its neutral policy stance, citing uncertainties around inflation, monsoon trends, El Niño, geopolitics and global trade policies. ...Less

  • The next RBI policy: Likely more of the same

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    The RBI's decision to keep the repo rate unchanged and retain a neutral stance signals policy continuity over pre-emptive action. With inflation seen as temporary, financial conditions already tightening and global risks under watch, the central bank is expected to stay on hold in October unless macroeconomic conditions change materially. ...Less

  • RBI MPC: Home loan borrowers can breathe a sigh of relief, but how long their good days will last?

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    RBI repo rate: The Reserve Bank of India has maintained its repo rate at 5.25%, providing ongoing relief for home loan borrowers. This decision allows many borrowers to continue enjoying current low home loan interest rates. However, rising retail inflation and potential rate hikes may lead to higher interest costs soon. Homeowners can explore prepayment and refinancing options to manage future loan expenses. These strategies can help reduce overall interest paid and shorten loan tenures. ...Less

  • Changes in EBLR & MCLR framework, interest rate charging mechanism and how reset dates are decided- RBI proposal

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    RBI MPC policy: The Reserve Bank of India plans to simplify loan interest rate rules for all regulated entities. This initiative aims to harmonize guidelines and address operational aspects of current lending rate benchmarks. The proposed changes will standardize market practices concerning interest charging and benchmark reset dates. These measures intend to improve transparency and strengthen monetary policy transmission across the system. ...Less

  • RBI likely to hold repo rate at 5.25%, market to focus on policy guidance: Nuvama

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    The Reserve Bank of India will likely keep its repo rate unchanged at 5.25 percent. Policymakers are expected to adopt a cautious wait-and-watch approach for now. Inflation risks remain elevated due to supply chain and oil price concerns. Financial conditions have tightened, reducing the immediate need for rate action. ...Less

  • RBI to resume urban cooperative banks' licensing after 22-year pause, review rural bank rules

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    The Reserve Bank of India will resume urban cooperative bank licensing after a 22-year pause. A comprehensive review of credit monitoring for rural cooperative banks is also planned. The central bank proposed standardizing lending rate frameworks for greater transparency. These announcements followed the decision to keep the policy repo rate unchanged. India's FY27 GDP growth forecast was raised to 6.7 percent. ...Less

  • RBI MPC Meeting at a Glance: Your one-stop guide for all key decisions

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    RBI MPC Meeting at a Glance: The Reserve Bank of India has decided to uphold its policy repo rate at 5.25 percent, a choice made after considering the steady performance of the economy alongside climbing inflation expectations. Additionally, the central bank has elevated its GDP growth prediction for the fiscal year 2026-27, with inflation anticipated to be 5.0 percent for the ongoing financial year, influenced by global risks and the conditions of the monsoon. ...Less

  • RBI policy: Will high-interest rate cycle return for FD investors as RBI holds repo rate amid rising inflation?

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    RBI MPC repo rate: The Reserve Bank of India maintained its repo rate at 5.25 percent today. Inflation is nearing the upper tolerance band, which could prompt future rate hikes. Banks monitor deposit-credit ratios and government security yields for rate decisions. High interest rates on small savings schemes also influence bank deposit offerings. Lenders may adjust fixed deposit rates soon based on these economic indicators. ...Less

  • RBI MPC Meeting 2026: Crude oil volatility remains key inflation risk

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    RBI MPC Meeting 2026 Crude Oil Price Impact on Inflation: The central bank warns volatile crude oil prices pose inflation risks. Geopolitical tensions cloud the near-term outlook for price stability. The central bank kept its repo rate unchanged at 5.25 percent. India's inflation projection for FY27 was lowered to five percent. The rupee faces pressure from higher oil prices and capital outflows. ...Less

  • RBI MPC meeting August 2026 highlights: Repo rate decision, inflation outlook & GDP forecast; key takeaways from Governor Sanjay Malhotra's speech

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    RBI MPC meeting August 2026 highlights: The Reserve Bank of India has decided to keep the repo rate steady at 5.25 percent, reflecting a cautious approach amid global instability and persistent inflation pressures. Despite these challenges, the domestic economy demonstrates resilience, with a projected GDP growth of 6.7 percent for the current fiscal year. Additionally, the central bank has adjusted its inflation forecast for FY27 downward. ...Less

  • ETMarkets NRI Talk | Allocate 25-35% of your global portfolio to India for long term wealth creation: Pradeep Gupta

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    FPIs pulled out a record ~$18 billion (₹1.7 lakh crore) that year. 2026 has been worse, rupee returns are down 10% from the year's high, and FPIs have now taken out close to $28 billion (₹2.6 lakh crore). ...Less

  • Home loan EMI, amortisation and prepayment- The mathematics every borrower in India must understand

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    Understanding home loan mechanics helps borrowers reduce total borrowing costs. The reducing balance method ensures interest decreases as the principal falls. Loan amortisation shows how EMIs gradually repay both principal and interest. Early prepayments significantly reduce total interest paid over the loan tenure. Repo rate changes impact floating rate home loans, influencing EMIs or tenure. ...Less

  • Can banks increase FD interest rates as inflation crosses RBI’s target of 4%?

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    Rising inflation has crossed the Reserve Bank of India's target, signaling potential repo rate hikes. Higher inflation and increased credit demand suggest banks might raise fixed deposit interest rates soon. Banks monitor deposit growth and credit demand before adjusting their fixed deposit rates. High yields on government securities and small savings schemes also pressure banks to increase FD rates. ...Less

  • RBI expected to hold repo at 5.25% as uncertainty eases, will watch food and fuel pass-through: BofA Securities

    The Reserve Bank of India is expected to maintain its wait-and-watch stance and keep the repo rate at 5.2 ...More

    The Reserve Bank of India is expected to maintain its wait-and-watch stance and keep the repo rate at 5.25 per cent in coming meetings as the US-Iran peace agreement reduces geopolitical uncertainty, while it monitors food and fuel price pass-through before acting, BofA Securities said in a note on the June MPC minutes. ...Less

  • Bandhan Bank raises FD rates by up to 20 basis points

    Bandhan Bank has boosted fixed deposit interest rates by up to 20 basis points, with senior citizens now ...More

    Bandhan Bank has boosted fixed deposit interest rates by up to 20 basis points, with senior citizens now earning a competitive 7.95% on select tenures. This move comes as other banks also adjust their deposit offerings, even with the RBI holding the repo rate steady. The bank aims to attract more retail deposits with these revised, attractive rates. ...Less

  • How high will repo rate go by December? Here’s what experts say

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    After three days of the Monetary Policy Committee meeting, the Reserve Bank of India announced a hike of 50 basis points in the key policy rates today. However, as per the experts, the central bank is likely to hike the repo rate in the coming months as well. Read on to know more about it. ...Less

  • Federal Bank revises savings account interest rates

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    The interest rates on Federal Bank's savings accounts are linked to the RBI’s repo rate. At present, the RBI repo rate is 6.25%. ...Less

  • RBI holds rates: Best strategy for FD investors is this

    RBI holds rates: Best strategy for FD investors is this ...More

    RBI holds rates: Best strategy for FD investors is this ...Less

  • RBI repo rate hike: Pay up to 23% higher EMI on your home loan than in April

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    The impact on your home loan EMI will largely depend upon the remaining tenure of the loan. Higher the remaining tenure, higher would be the percentage increase in your EMI due to the cumulative rate hike of 2.25% since May this year. If the balance tenure of the loan is small then the impact would be lesser. ...Less

  • Why the RBI kept rates unchanged amid oil, rupee and geopolitical pressures

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    RBI Repo Rate: The Reserve Bank of India has maintained its key interest rate at 5.25%. This decision prioritizes economic growth as inflation remains below the central bank's target. Despite rising oil prices and a weaker rupee, consumer price pressures are contained. Policymakers are monitoring global developments and will assess the impact of higher energy costs before considering further action. ...Less

  • RBI leaves repo rate unchanged at 6.5%, maintains policy stance; market turns positive

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    This is the first time since May 2022 the central bank has not tweaked interest rates. The RBI has raised interest rates by a cumulative 250 basis points since May in its year-long battle against inflation. ...Less

  • RBI repo rate cut is like BrahMos and Akash activated together: CIO says Rs 2.5 lakh crore liquidity push feels like a missile strike

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    The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has significantly eased monetary policy by reducing the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by 100 basis points to 3% and the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.5%. These coordinated measures are set to inject over ₹2. ...Less

  • Federal Bank revises savings account interest rates

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    Federal Bank’s savings account interest rates are linked to the repo rates. RBI’s current repo rate is 6.25%. ...Less

  • RBI hikes repo rate by half a percent to 5.40%

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    The MPC also decided to remain focused on withdrawal of accommodation to ensure that inflation remains within the target going forward, while supporting growth. ...Less

  • Federal Bank revises savings account interest rates

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    Federal Bank has revised the interest rate on savings accounts beginning October 1, 2022. Savings account interest rates are linked to Federal Bank repo rates. ...Less

  • Federal Bank revises savings account interest rates

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    Federal Bank has revised savings account interest rates with effect from February 9, 2023. Federal Bank’s savings account interest rates are linked to the repo rates. RBI’s current repo rate is 6.50%. ...Less

  • ETMarkets Smart Talk| RBI's rate-cut cycle may be over; bond index inclusion could bring $25 billion: DSP MF's Sandeep Yadav

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    Sandeep Yadav of DSP Mutual Fund believes the RBI's rate-cut cycle may be nearing its end as inflation risks remain elevated. He expects India's inclusion in global bond indices to attract over $25 billion in debt inflows over time, while cautioning that such flows may offer only temporary support to the rupee. ...Less

  • RBI repo rate: Is the party of home loan borrowers over after RBI pauses repo rate for second time in a row?

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    The Reserve Bank of India maintained the repo rate at 5.5% on October 1, 2025, for the second consecutive meeting, following earlier rate cuts this year. This pause, amidst stable small savings rates and slightly rising inflation, suggests banks may find it challenging to further reduce floating home loan rates. Borrowers with EBLR-linked loans will experience faster rate adjustments. ...Less

  • RBI may conclude FY23 with a 25 bps rate hike to tame India’s sticky core inflation

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    The decision of RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das-headed six-member MPC will be announced on Wednesday at 10 am. The prediction of a smaller rate hike can be attributed to softening of retail inflation and the US Federal Reserve moderating the pace of increase in its benchmark interest rate. ...Less

  • No change in repo rate by RBI: What home loan borrowers, FD investors can do now

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    The decision to keep the key policy rates by unchanged by the Reserve Bank of India was expected by many market participants. Here's what home loan borrowers and fixed deposit investors can do now. ...Less

  • Federal Bank revises FD, savings account interest rates: Check latest rates

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    Federal Bank’s savings account interest rates are linked to the repo rates. RBI’s current repo rate is 6.50%. Federal Bank has revised savings account and fixed deposit interest rates with effect from May 17, 2023. ...Less

  • RBI hikes repo rate: Loan EMIs set to go up for borrowers, FD investors to benefit

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    With further possibilities in key policy rate hikes, here is what is likely to happen to FD interest rates now and what depositors should do. Further, we also tell you what loan borrowers should also expect. ...Less

  • RBI increases income & loan limits for NBFC-MFI

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    In the wake of the Andhra Pradesh micro finance crisis in 2010, a Sub-Committee of the Central Board of the Reserve Bank was constituted to study issues in the MFI sector. ...Less

  • RBI's repo rate cut is hedged with hard talk

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    The political arena with the DMK, a key ally of the UPA government, announcing conditional departure from the ruling coalition. ...Less

  • RBI's repo rate cut to cheer builders, buyers

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    RBI's decision to cut repo rate by 50 basis points is expected to improve realty sales volumes and ease the pressure a bit for cash-strapped developers. ...Less

  • RBI's repo rate cut to boost home sales

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    RBI's monetary policy committee (MPC), led by Governor Shaktikanta Das, on Thursday announced a 25 basis points. ...Less

  • RBI hikes repo rate by 0.25%; What should mutual fund investors do?

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    A rate hike is always considered negative for the markets– for both the stock and debt markets–as it raises interest rates, borrowing costs of companies and it may also hurt growth. ...Less

  • SBI cuts lending rates after RBI repo rate revision: Check latest interest rates

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    Following the RBI's repo rate cut, SBI has reduced its key lending rates by up to 0.50%, effective June 15, 2025. The External Benchmark Rate (EBR) is lowered to 8.15%. Consequently, SBI home loan interest rates now range from 7.50% to 8.45% based on the borrower's CIBIL score. ...Less

  • RBI hikes repo rate by 50 bps as inflationary pressures intensify; retains GDP forecast

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    The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor on Wednesday announced that the Monetary Policy Committee voted unanimously to hike the benchmark interest rate by 50 bps with immediate effect. The RBI also left its FY23 GDP growth forecast unchanged at 7.2%. ...Less

  • RBI likely to raise rates by 35-50 bps tomorrow. What should be your debt mutual fund strategy?

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    The Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee or MPC began its three-day meeting on Wednesday, and will announce the policy decision tomorrow. ...Less

  • RBI raises repo rate by 25 bps to 6.5%

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    It drew comfort from the easing headline inflation aided by food prices, but the stubbornly high core inflation – stripping out food and fuel – is keeping the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) wary of any premature fallout of easing over the likelihood that inflation could remain above the target next fiscal year too. It estimates inflation at 5.3 percent, above the target of 4 percent. ...Less

  • RBI Repo Rate Pause: Time for FD investors to make most of the current interest rates as fall in fixed deposit rates to continue

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    The RBI maintained its repo rate on October 1, 2025, for the second time, suggesting an end to further FD rate cuts by banks. Investors should lock in current high rates, consider medium to long-term FDs, or employ laddering strategies to navigate this period of stable rates and maximize returns. ...Less

  • EMIs to rise again after RBI repo rate hike and there's more pain to come

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    The new rate hike cycle started on May 04, 2022, when the RBI increased the repo rate by 40 bps. This was the first hike in repo rate after almost a gap of 4 years. ...Less

  • Banks increase EBLRs by 190 bps in tandem with RBI's repo rate hike

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    All major banks have increased their external benchmark-based lending rates (EBLRs) by 190 basis points in tandem with the hike in the Reserve Bank's policy repo rate since May this year, though they have been slow in raising the deposit rates. The Reserve Bank has hiked the key short-term lending rate (repo) by 190 basis points in four tranches since May to contain inflation. ...Less

  • RBI repo rate by 50 bps, CRR by 25 bps

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    The RBI raised its key lending rate for the third time in two months, taking it to its highest in seven years to quell price pressures, dampen demand and keep inflation expectations in check. ...Less

  • RBI repo rate cut impacts 10-year G-sec, debt fund yield marginally

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    While interest rate cuts by the RBI hold the promise of lower EMIs and better debt fund returns, data shows that the benchmark bond yield does not always fall in tandem. ...Less

  • RBI to hike repo rate by 50 basis points, lower FY23 growth to 7 pc in June review: Barclays

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    The RBI had hiked its key rate by 0.40 per cent in a surprise move on May 4, and Governor Shaktikanta Das has already said that the possibility of another hike at the June review is a "no-brainer". At the May 4 review, the RBI had hiked the CRR (Cash Reserve Ratio), or the amount of time deposits banks have to park with RBI, by 0.50 per cent to suck out an additional Rs 87,000 crore from the system. ...Less

  • How inflation and RBI repo rates influence personal loan interest rates

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    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 for loan applications and securing favorable terms. ...Less

  • RBI plans Rs 50,000-crore variable rate repo auction

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    While the RBI had conducted a five-day variable rate repo auction on March 24, the last time it had carried out a 14-day variable rate repo auction was on March 10. In a variable rate repo auction, banks borrow funds from the RBI. ...Less

  • RBI may signal policy normalisation on October 8, Standard Chartered says

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    The consensus view is that the RBI will leave interest rates unchanged at its Oct. 8 MPC meeting and only start to unwind its accommodative monetary policy by reducing the gap between the repo and reverse repo rates early next year. ...Less

  • RBI repo rate kept unchanged at 6.5% for third time in a row

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    RBI repo rate: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced that it would keep the repo rate unchanged at 6.5 per cent for the third time in a row. The decision was reached by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) and reflects the need to keep headline inflation within the target of 4 per cent. However, the outlook for fiscal year 2023-2024 in terms of GDP growth remains at 6.5 per cent. ...Less

  • List of cheapest home loans: You can transfer loan balance

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    The principal and interest components of the EMI are designed so that in the early years of your loan, the interest component will be considerably bigger than the principal component, however in the later half of the loan, the principal component will be much larger. ...Less

  • With RBI repo rate hike EMI to rise again; Why you may live longer in debt

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    Due to these rate hikes by the RBI, banks, NBFCs and housing finance companies have been raising their lending rates correspondingly, which in turn means that your EMI has gone up accordingly and with the recent repo rate hike, it will rise further. ...Less

  • Reduce home loan EMI or cut tenure? What will save you more on interest after RBI repo rate cut by 50 bps?

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    Home loan EMI reduction: After a long time, the RBI has relieved the borrowers by cutting the repo rate successively by 50 basis points. With the repo rate reduced, home loan borrowers have to choose either to reduce their home loan EMI amount or reduce home loan tenure. If you are confused about which option will save you more money, then here is your answer. ...Less

  • Allahabad Bank to offer repo linked retail, small business loans from October

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    The decision has come in line with the Reserve Bank of India guidelines of September 4, 2019, Allahabad Bank said in a regulatory filing. ...Less

  • RBI’s repo rate hike likely to impact housing sales pace, deal closures may take longer

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    The moderation in the repo rate hike, however, augurs well for the real estate sector as its pace has slowed down and persistent home ownership sentiment continues to ride high. ...Less

  • RBI raises repo rate by 50 bps to 5.4%

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    The policy rate increase by the MPC comes as an attempt to curtail the inflationary pressures faced by citizens on the back of high food and fuel prices following supply disruptions due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The increase also comes after the Indian rupee’s plunge to an all-time low in July that further bumped up imported inflation. ...Less

  • RBI cuts repo rate to 5.25%; upgrades GDP outlook as liquidity boosts take centre stage

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    The Reserve Bank of India cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% and raised its GDP growth forecast to 7.3% for FY26. The central bank also announced significant liquidity measures, including open market purchases of government bonds worth ₹1 lakh crore, signaling a supportive stance for economic growth. ...Less

  • RBI MPC Meeting Repo Rate: Das & Co likely to hold rates and lower GDP growth outlook

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    RBI MPC Repo Rate: The Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will announce its policy decisions on December 6, 2024, following a three-day meeting. While no immediate rate cut is expected, concerns over faltering economic growth and high inflation are growing. Analysts predict a policy shift, with potential rate cuts and additional liquidity measures in the future, amid tight liquidity and a weakening rupee. ...Less

  • FD investors have benefitted by only 31% of RBI repo rate hike

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    From January to November 2022, the RBI hiked the repo rate by 1.90%, whereas the weighted FD rate has been hiked by only 0.59%. This shows that only 31% of the 1.90% has been transmitted to the FD investor. ...Less

  • RBI's repo rate hike may slacken housing demand recovery momentum

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    The cost of construction, which has already gone up since the last few months owing to the Russia-Ukraine war and now the financing cost for both homebuyers and developers is expected to impact the residential real estate sector, experts and industry observers said. ...Less

  • Is targeting core inflation the answer? RBI's repo rate dilemma sparks debate

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    The RBI's decision to hold the repo rate steady despite low core inflation is debated. Headline inflation, driven by food prices, remains the target. However, revising the CPI basket and its weights, potentially reducing the emphasis on food, is considered. E-commerce's impact on pricing adds complexity to this recalibration. ...Less

  • RBI's 50 bps repo rate hike in line with D-Street estimates. What's next?

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    Prioritising inflation over growth, the RBI hiked repo rate, the rate at which the RBI lends short-term funds to banks, to 5.40 per cent from 4.90 per cent earlier. Analysts said the market was largely expecting 35-50 basis points rate hike. With this, the RBI has effectively raised rates by 180 basis points since April. ...Less

  • RBI sticks to the script on benchmark rates, keeps repo where it was; FY22 growth forecasts scaled down

    In the run-up to the meeting, bond markets were closely watching whether or not the RBI would bring one m ...More

    In the run-up to the meeting, bond markets were closely watching whether or not the RBI would bring one more bout of of the G-Sec acquisition programme, India's own version of quantitative easing, in Q3 to keep yiends in check. So far in Q1, the central bank has purchased Rs 60,000 crore worth of bonds out of its Rs 1,00,000 crore target. ...Less

  • Why RBI repo rate should not influence your home loan decisions

    As things stand today, the interest rate appears to either remain stagnant or there exists a remote possi ...More

    As things stand today, the interest rate appears to either remain stagnant or there exists a remote possibility for them to move up in the near term. ...Less

  • Ex-FM Yashwant Sinha welcomes RBI repo rate cut

    According to Sinha, the RBI should have ideally cut down the key policy rate by 50 basis points instead o ...More

    According to Sinha, the RBI should have ideally cut down the key policy rate by 50 basis points instead of that announced today. ...Less

  • RBI could go for up to 50 bps hike in repo rate

    The Reserve Bank of India, being part of a global central bank chorus to rein in inflation, is certain to ...More

    The Reserve Bank of India, being part of a global central bank chorus to rein in inflation, is certain to raise the policy interest rate this week, according to an ET poll. But the amount of increase is uncertain because it factors in moving parts like crude oil, government action on taxes and the impact of monsoon on food-grain output to predict future prices. ...Less

  • RBI resumes variable rate reverse repo operations

    The RBI said it will conduct a 14-day VRRR auction worth ₹2 lakh crore on June 2 from 10:30-11:00 am IST. ...More

    The RBI said it will conduct a 14-day VRRR auction worth ₹2 lakh crore on June 2 from 10:30-11:00 am IST. The date of reversal of the VRRR is June 16. ...Less

  • 'RBI has done a good job by keeping the repo rates unchanged'

    The second wave of pandemic badly affected the trade and business especially MSMEs and hence they need co ...More

    The second wave of pandemic badly affected the trade and business especially MSMEs and hence they need continued monetary support. ...Less

  • RBI eases corporate debt investment norms for FPIs

    RBI will issue a circular to this effect by mid-February. ...More

    RBI will issue a circular to this effect by mid-February. ...Less

  • Did RBI shrug off rupee fall? Key highlights of October money policy

    RBI tweaked its policy stance to 'calibrated tightening' from 'neutral'. ...More

    RBI tweaked its policy stance to 'calibrated tightening' from 'neutral'. ...Less

  • View: Rupee to trade in 71.20-71.80 range

    Momentum in the rupee is expected to remain slightly negative. ...More

    Momentum in the rupee is expected to remain slightly negative. ...Less

  • Stable home loan interest rate to sustain housing demand: Industry bodies CREDAI, NAREDCO

    The RBI has kept the repo rate steady at 5.25 percent. Real estate industry bodies CREDAI and NAREDCO wel ...More

    The RBI has kept the repo rate steady at 5.25 percent. Real estate industry bodies CREDAI and NAREDCO welcomed this move on Friday. They believe stable interest rates will support housing demand. This decision offers predictability for developers and homebuyers. It aims to maintain market stability amidst global economic challenges. ...Less

  • Fixed deposit: Is it the last window to book FDs at high interest rates as RBI pauses repo rate?

    Interest rate on fixed deposits have risen significantly however they are yet to match the rise in RBI re ...More

    Interest rate on fixed deposits have risen significantly however they are yet to match the rise in RBI repo rate hike of 2.5% seen since May 2022. May depositors were hoping that rate will rise further but hardly any bank has raised the rates significantly in last 1-2 months. However, tight liquidity in banking system and uncertainty about inflation movement may make a case for a higher rate on FDs. However, it may not be long lived and overall interest rate on FDs are likely to fall in coming months. What should depositors do? ...Less

  • These banks have increased home loan interest rates after RBI repo rate hike

    In response to the RBI action, many banks, including Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, and Indian Overseas B ...More

    In response to the RBI action, many banks, including Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, and Indian Overseas Bank, increased their lending interest rates. ...Less

  • Will the RBI cut rates following US jobs data disappointment?

    Following weak US jobs data, the likelihood of an RBI repo rate cut has grown, fueled by anticipation of ...More

    Following weak US jobs data, the likelihood of an RBI repo rate cut has grown, fueled by anticipation of a potential Fed rate cut in September. Despite some traders leaning towards a rate cut, the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee is expected to maintain a pause with a neutral stance. ...Less

  • Allahabad Bank launches external benchmark linked loans for retail borrowers

    With the introduction of these products, the bank is passing on the benefit of lower interest rate in the ...More

    With the introduction of these products, the bank is passing on the benefit of lower interest rate in the range of 5-150 bps from the existing rate of interest under MCLR. ...Less

  • RBI repo rate hike may reduce realty sales momentum, but recovery to continue

    The central bank’s decision to relax housing loan norms of cooperative banks by increasing the limit for ...More

    The central bank’s decision to relax housing loan norms of cooperative banks by increasing the limit for individual housing loans by 100% is expected to support the real estate sector in tier 2 and 3 cities and towns with a multiplier effect on the economy. These limits were last revised for urban co-operative banks (UCB) in 2011 and for rural co-operative banks (RCBs) in 2009. ...Less

  • RBI's repo rate hold, growth outlook likely to support steady housing sales

    The Reserve Bank of India maintained the repo rate at 6.5% amid ongoing strong housing market growth, wit ...More

    The Reserve Bank of India maintained the repo rate at 6.5% amid ongoing strong housing market growth, with experts predicting continued demand despite missed opportunities for rate cuts. Developers emphasize the sector's resilience and potential compounding impact on India's GDP during the festive season. ...Less

  • Bank of Baroda (BoB) increases home loan interest rates, a day after RBI's repo rate hike

    For all retail lending products starting with the date stated, the Bank has implemented the Baroda Repo L ...More

    For all retail lending products starting with the date stated, the Bank has implemented the Baroda Repo Linked Lending Rate (BRLLR). ...Less

  • Repo pause may support housing market growth in festive season

    Reserve Bank of India's decision to maintain the repo rate at 6.5% for the third quarter in a row is expe ...More

    Reserve Bank of India's decision to maintain the repo rate at 6.5% for the third quarter in a row is expected to provide support for the housing property market during the upcoming festive season. The stance of the central bank has been welcomed by real estate developers, who have suggested that a rate cut would further help in demand creation ...Less

  • Reserve Bank unlikely to cut key rate in February: SBI Research

    It said inflation trajectory is expected to remain significantly benign. The December inflation numbers m ...More

    It said inflation trajectory is expected to remain significantly benign. The December inflation numbers may witness a reading closer to 3.2-3.3 per cent. ...Less

  • After Hours: Sensex movers & how RBI just changed debt fund outlook

    Out of the 50 Nifty stocks, 39 closed in the green, 10 in the red while one remained unchanged. ...More

    Out of the 50 Nifty stocks, 39 closed in the green, 10 in the red while one remained unchanged. ...Less

  • After Market: Rate hike impact, overbought stocks & Nifty signals

    Technical indicator RSI showed seven stocks have entered the overbought zone. ...More

    Technical indicator RSI showed seven stocks have entered the overbought zone. ...Less

  • RBI may slash interest rate by 25 bps: SBI report

    Headline inflation still remains significantly benign and growth has hit a soft patch. ...More

    Headline inflation still remains significantly benign and growth has hit a soft patch. ...Less

  • Bonds drop most in two months on RBI's surprise rate pause

    The central bank so far delivered 135 basis points of easing in five moves this year. ...More

    The central bank so far delivered 135 basis points of easing in five moves this year. ...Less

  • Need to anchor inflation hopes led to a repo hate hike

    The key question now is the intensity of transmission of the policy rate hike to bank (and to an extent m ...More

    The key question now is the intensity of transmission of the policy rate hike to bank (and to an extent market) lending rates. ...Less

  • With 3-day VRRR, has the RBI tightened monetary policy while no one was looking?

    Through a seemingly innocuous press release on Monday, the central bank has taken clear strides towards f ...More

    Through a seemingly innocuous press release on Monday, the central bank has taken clear strides towards firmly re-establishing the primacy of the repo rate as the benchmark overnight cost of funds. ...Less

  • RBI keeps repo rate unchanged, shifts to neutral policy stance

    The RBI maintained the repo rate at 6.5% for the 10th consecutive policy review but shifted the monetary ...More

    The RBI maintained the repo rate at 6.5% for the 10th consecutive policy review but shifted the monetary policy stance to 'neutral' from 'withdrawal of accommodation'. This allows flexibility in future rate decisions as inflation remains within the target range. CPI inflation forecasts remain at 4.5%, with GDP growth at 7.2% for FY25. ...Less

  • 10% salary hike is not sufficient to cover the impact of home loan EMI rise post RBI repo rate hikes

    Considering the impact of the multiple repo rate hikes this year to the tune of 2.25%, the interest rate ...More

    Considering the impact of the multiple repo rate hikes this year to the tune of 2.25%, the interest rate for home loan borrower will typically rise from 7% in April this year to 9.25% in January 2023 especially for the repo rate linked loans. For a Rs 40 lakh home loan taken for 20 years, these interest hikes will push the EMI from Rs 31,012 to Rs 36,485. Had the salary remained stagnant, the parentage of salary needed to cover the EMI will rise from 50% to 59%. Even a good salary hike of 10% is not good enough. ...Less

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