Expectations of an RBI repo rate hike
A Business Standard poll and SBI economists expect the RBI to raise the repo rate by 25 basis points in October, to 5.50%. They cite inflation risks, including higher crude prices, and global concerns.
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Timeline
Friday, 2 October
- SBI economists expect RBI to raise repo rate 25 bps to 5.50%
The MPC meets October 5-7 to decide on interest rates
- Business Standard poll: RBI may hike repo rate by 25 bps in October meet
A Business Standard poll sees the RBI raising the repo rate by 25 bps in October
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