RBI Set to Announce Key Rate Cut Amid Global Trade Tensions

• The RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra will announce the first bi-monthly monetary policy of FY26 on April 9, 2025.
• Expectations are high for a 25 basis points reduction in the repo rate amid moderating inflation and global trade tensions.
• The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has been deliberating since April 7, 2025, with the decision to be revealed today.
• Experts believe the rate cut is necessary to stimulate growth as the US imposes hefty tariffs on Indian imports.
• The announcement will be live-streamed on the RBI's official YouTube channel at 10:00 AM, followed by a press conference at 12:00 PM.

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