The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee has decided to raise the policy repo rate by 35 basis points, bringing it to 6.25% with immediate effect. This move is part of the ongoing effort to manage inflation and keep it within the target range, while also aiming to support economic growth. The committee will continue to focus on withdrawing accommodation to achieve these objectives.
Monetary Policy Statement, 2022-23 Resolution of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) December 5-7, 2022
On the basis of an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) at its meeting today (December 7, 2022) decided to:
Increase the policy
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FAQ :
The new policy repo rate has been increased by 35 basis points to 6.25%.
The hike is based on an assessment of the current and evolving macroeconomic situation, with the aim of ensuring inflation remains within the target while supporting growth.
The standing deposit facility (SDF) rate is adjusted to 6.00%, and the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and Bank Rate are adjusted to 6.50%.
The RBI remains focused on withdrawing accommodation to ensure inflation stays within the target of 4% (+/- 2%) and to anchor inflation expectations.
The minutes of the Monetary Policy Committee's meeting will be published on December 21, 2022.
The next meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee is scheduled for February 6-8, 2023.