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Markets bet on RBI rate hike as inflation pressure builds

4 sources · first seen 23:07 4 Oct · updated 07:03 5 Oct

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RBI rate outlook and inflation risks

Economists and research firms increasingly expect the RBI to raise the repo rate by 25 basis points in October, citing inflation, elevated crude prices, rupee weakness and global risks. The RBI has held the rate at 5.25% for four consecutive meetings after cumulative cuts of 125 basis points.

Monday, 5 October

  1. RBI may end rate-cut cycle with first hike since February 2023

Sunday, 4 October

  1. RBI could keep rates higher for longer amid global and local risks
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4 reports · earliest 23:07
Economic TimesRBI MPC must raise rates as inflation and external risks rise23:07ReutersMarkets bet on RBI rate hike as inflation pressure builds06:05Investing.comMarkets bet on RBI rate hike as inflation pressure builds06:12MoneycontrolRBI Monetary Policy: Rate hike(s) ahead07:03