What is the current repo rate set by the RBI?

The current repo rate is maintained at 5.25% by the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee.

What was the decision of the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee in April 2026?

The committee unanimously decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% and maintained a 'neutral' policy stance.

Have other key interest rates also remained unchanged?

Yes, the standing deposit facility (SDF) is at 5%, and the marginal standing facility (MSF) and bank rates are at 5.50%.

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RBI Holds Repo Rate Steady at 5.25%

8 Apr

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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.

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