Policy● Neutral for Indian equities
Statsguru: Will RBI's MPC moderate demand during this festival season?
The brief
- RBI's MPC faces a rate-hike dilemma as inflation remains within target and growth and demand strengthen
- An RBI rate decision affects Indian banks, borrowers and rate-sensitive stocks
- Automakers build production and dealer inventory ahead of festive demand
- Nifty FMCG falls 6% in six months. Can festive demand trigger a recovery? | Marico, HUL, Tata Consumer among top picks
- Festive demand to lift auto sales; TVS Motor, Bajaj Auto remain top picks: SBI Securities
- Indian automakers report higher September sales ahead of festive season
- Bank holidays in October 2026: Banks to remain closed on multiple days for festive season | Check RBI calendar