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RBI Holds Repo Rate Steady at 5.25%
8 Apr
Summary
- Repo rate remains unchanged at 5.25% by RBI's MPC.
- Monetary policy stance is unanimously decided as 'neutral'.
- Key rates like SDF and MSF also remain unchanged.
The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has opted to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% in its bi-monthly monetary policy review announced on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. This decision was unanimous and aligns with market expectations, maintaining a 'neutral' policy stance.
This review is the first for the financial year 2026-27. Governor Sanjay Malhotra also confirmed that the standing deposit facility (SDF) rate remains at 5%, while the marginal standing facility (MSF) and bank rates are held steady at 5.50%.
Governor Malhotra noted that while the global economy faces significant challenges, the Indian economy is better positioned to handle shocks compared to the past. The RBI's decision reflects a cautious approach amidst evolving economic conditions.
