RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.5 pc

Headline inflation is above the target of 4 per cent and expected to remain so during rest of the year says, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das. (Photo | PTI)
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das. (Photo | PTI)
  • RBI Monetary Policy Committee decides to keep repo rate unchanged at 6.5 pc: Governor Shaktikanta Das.
  • Indian economy and financial sector stand strong and resilient amidst unprecedented global headwinds says, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.
  • MPC decides to remain focussed on withdrawal of accommodation of policy stance
  • Close and continued vigil on evolving inflation is absolutely necessary
  • Pace of global economic activity to decelerate due to geopolitical situation.
  • MPC will continue to take policy actions promptly and appropriately to keep inflation expectations firmly anchored.
  • Headline inflation is above the target of 4 per cent and expected to remain so during rest of the year.
  • Domestic demand condition remains supportive of growth; rural demand on revival path.
  • Forex reserves are at comfortable levels.
  • GDP growth in Q1 this fiscal year expected at 8 pc.
  • RBI retains growth projection at 6.5 pc for FY'24, expects 8 pc growth in Q1, 6.5 pc in Q2, 6 pc in Q3 and 5.7 pc in Q4.
  • RBI lowers retial inflation projection to 5.1 pc during FY'24 from earlier estimate of 5.2 pc.

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