CPI Inflation Rises to 4.82% in August, RBI MPC to Meet Oct 5-7 for Rate Decision

RBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.25%, Maintains Neutral Stance, Raises GDP Forecast to 6.7%

RBI MPC kept repo rate unchanged at 5.25% amid global uncertainties, raised GDP growth forecast to 6.7% and lowered inflation projection to 5%. Students must note the neutral stance, unanimous decision, and the context of West Asia conflict and volatile crude oil prices.

CPI Inflation Hits 4.8% (20-Month High), Raises Odds of RBI Rate Hike in October MPC Meet

August CPI inflation surged to a 20-month high of 4.8%, driven by food prices rising 5.7%. This increases the probability of an RBI rate hike in the October MPC meeting, especially with global central banks hiking rates and Brent crude above $100/barrel. For UPSC/Banking aspirants, this is a key data point linking inflation dynamics, monetary policy, and global spillovers.

RBI MPC to Hold Repo Rate as Inflation Nears 4% Target Amid Crude Oil, Monsoon Risks

The RBI's MPC meeting on August 5 is expected to maintain status quo on the repo rate. The article explains the key factors influencing this decision: inflation at the 4% target, rising crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions (US-Iran), monsoon deficit due to El Niño, mixed high-frequency growth indicators, and actions of other central banks. Students must understand the trade-offs in monetary policy for prelims and mains.

US Fed Raises Rates by 25 bps to 3.75-4%, Inflation Stays at 3.4% - Implications for RBI MPC

US Fed raised rates by 25 bps to 3.75-4% as inflation remains high at 3.4%. Trump opposes the hike but central bank independence is key. This signals global tightening ahead of RBI MPC meeting in October, raising chances of rate action in India.

RBI MPC Unanimously Holds Repo Rate at 5.25%, Maintains Neutral Stance on Inflation

The RBI's MPC unanimously kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% with a neutral stance, as inflation driven by food and fuel prices remains a concern. For exam aspirants, this is a high-yield topic covering monetary policy tools, inflation dynamics, and global central bank trends.

RBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.25%, MPC Minutes Signal Rate Hike Risk as Inflation Projected to Peak at 5.9% in Q3 FY27

The RBI MPC minutes reveal a cautious stance with the repo rate left unchanged at 5.25% despite rising inflation. Members warned that headline inflation peaking at 5.9% in Q3 2026-27 could warrant a rate hike later in the year. This signals a shift from the earlier easing cycle and underscores the RBI's focus on anchoring inflation expectations.

RBI Net Sells $14.9 Bn (Jan-May 2026) for Rupee Stability; FCNR(B) Swap, ECB Boost Inflows

RBI's net sale of $14.9 billion in the first five months of 2026 underscores its interventionist approach to curb excessive rupee volatility, a key topic for economy-focused exams. The accompanying measures like the FCNR(B) swap facility and ECB liberalisation are crucial for understanding forex management and capital inflows.

Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026 Allows MDR on UPI: Subsidy Falls to ₹2,000 Cr in FY27

UPI, currently free for users, may become chargeable after the government introduced the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026. The Bill allows the government to notify transactions that can attract Merchant Discount Rate (MDR), potentially ending the zero-MDR regime. For students, this is a key economy/polity topic linking digital payments, financial inclusion, and fiscal policy.