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Earlier in November, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said there is scope to further reduce policy interest rates, spurring rate cut hopes. However, strong GDP numbers lowered expectations of further monetary easing.

RBI can explain a liquidity measure easier than a rate cut this time

The need of the hour is not a debatable rate cut but a fix for liquidity

OPINION | Vault Matters: The consequences of dichotomy of ownership structure in banks

There is difference in approach at present in the ownership structures, whether through the government, foreign owners or the local promoter. While this issue hasn't gathered momentum yet, it would be constructive for the RBI to harmonise the capital structures before it can become a heated debate 

No rate cut, but RBI makes up with prudential easing, a softer tone

Prudential levers are being eased for banks to lend more freely to the economy.

RBI plans to give lenders key power to recover small loans: Report

RBI is expected to update its Fair Practices Code within months, introducing guidelines on phone-locking mechanisms, says report

Gross FDI rises 5% in April-May but net inflows slip on $0.8 billion outflow

Foreign portfolio investment inflows into emerging market economies remained strong in May and June, amid improved global risk sentiment

RBI MPC Meeting Highlights: Repo rate unchanged at 5.5%, Sanjay Malhotra says 'Don't see major impact of US tariff'

RBI MPC Meeting Highlights: GDP growth projection unchanged at 6.5% for FY26. CPI inflation projections reduced to 3.1%.

Chart of the Day: Why the rupee is losing even when the dollar is weak

Liquidity compulsions and forex reserves optics will keep the RBI an active foreign exchange market participant

RBI warns global spillovers could singe Indian markets as US bonds lose haven label

India’s financial system is resilient but global spillovers are treacherous as ever

IndusInd Bank sends CEO shortlist to RBI for approval, say sources

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had asked IndusInd Bank for names by June 30.

Forex reserves decline by $1 bn to $697.93 bn

In the previous reporting week, the reserves had jumped by USD 2.29 billion to USD 698.95 billion

PSU bank shares rise up to 6% on rate cut hopes, Q4 GDP; BoM, Union Bank, IOB lead gains

The Nifty PSU Bank index it the top sectoral gainer, dodging an overall muted market sentiment to extend gains for a second consecutive session, outperforming the broader Nifty Bank index.

SMBC to seek RBI licence to operate full-owned subsidiary ahead of Yes Bank stake acquisition: Report

SMBC operates four branches in India and now looking to transition to a full-fledged subsidiary model to facilitate the acquisition of the majority stake in Yes Bank

RBI net sold forex worth $34.5 billion in FY25 amid rupee volatility

RBI has said that the financial markets remain volatile amid heightened global uncertainties, following US President Trump’s tariffs.

Slowing global demand from Trump's tariffs will overall lower India's inflation: RBI Governor Malhotra

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said it is crucial for India to diversify and not be overly dependent on few countries. 'This is the time for diversification of the trade basket,' he told ToI.

RBI bought 57.5 tonnes of gold in FY25, second highest in seven years, says report

This comes as the yellow metal's prices skyrocketed as investors shifted to safe haven assets amid global uncertainties.

Opening up banking to minors is a good idea, but fraught with risk

Catching them young into having bank accounts is good but safeguards are a must

Indian banking’s held back by inadequacy of long-term funding

RBI has eased short-term liquidity pressures through various tools, but these are no substitute for the stable, long-term funding banks need to support credit growth. The core issue is long-term availability of stable funding—mainly through deposits or long-term bond issuance. India’s banking system is in a delicate balance—supported by liquidity interventions but hindered by long-term funding gaps

Liquidity takes the lead in RBI strategy

The Reserve Bank of India’s evolving stance on liquidity underpins its monetary policy

Chart of the Day: Household expectation survey shows why RBI cut repo rate

Household expectations are considered adaptive but still make an important input for policy.

Economists see 75–100 bps rate cuts as RBI trims FY26 GDP growth forecast to 6.5%

Despite domestic strengths, the RBI’s Monetary Policy Report cautioned against external risks such as rising protectionist measures, geopolitical tensions, supply chain pressures, and volatile global financial conditions.

RBI releases draft paper on market-based mechanism for securitisation of stressed assets

This will be in addition to the existing asset reconstruction companies (ARCs) route under SARFAESI Act, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said.

RBI Monetary Policy Meeting Highlights 2025: Will keep liquidity sufficiently in surplus, says Governor Malhotra

MPC voted unanimously to cut repo rate by 25 bps to 6%, says Malhotra

India's forex market has required depth and liquidity to face volatility: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra

Reserve Bank of India's new governor Sanjay Malhotra believes stability of prices is important as inflation continues to erode the value to money.

With inflation below 4 percent, MPC likely to cut policy rates next month

India's retail inflation eased to 3.61 percent in February 2025, its lowest in five months, driven by falling food prices. With inflation below 4 percent, the door is open to another rate cut in April