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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has increased the policy repo rate by 25 basis points to5.50% from 5.25%, following the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held from October 5 to October 7, 2026. The decision was taken unanimously by the six-member committee amid rising inflationary pressures and global economic uncertainty. Along with the repo rate hike, the RBI has shifted its monetary policy stance from 'neutral' to 'calibrated tightening', signalling a cautious approach towards future i
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FAQ :
The new policy repo rate has been increased by 25 basis points to 5.50%.
The RBI cited rising inflationary pressures and uncertainty in the global economic environment as key reasons for the increase.
The RBI has shifted its monetary policy stance from 'neutral' to 'calibrated tightening'.
The Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) Rate is now 5.25%, the Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) Rate is 5.75%, and the Bank Rate is also 5.75%.
With the shift to 'calibrated tightening', the RBI has indicated that rate cuts are not expected in the near term.
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