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RBI Governor says 25‑bp repo rate hike won’t curb economic growth
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🗓 10 Oct 2026, 06:51 AM
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The Reserve Bank of India’s governor stated that the recent 25‑basis‑point increase in the repo rate is not expected to slow the country’s expansion.
New Delhi – The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said that the central bank’s decision to raise the repo rate by 25 basis points is unlikely to hamper the nation’s ongoing economic expansion. The comment came shortly after the monetary policy committee announced the modest rate hike, which was aimed at tempering inflation while preserving growth momentum.
In his remarks, the governor emphasized that the incremental increase is calibrated to manage price pressures without tightening credit conditions excessively. He added that the RBI continues to monitor domestic and global economic indicators closely, ready to adjust policy if needed.
Analysts note that the RBI’s stance reflects a balancing act: containing inflationary risks while supporting a recovery that has shown resilience despite external headwinds. The statement reassures markets that the central bank does not foresee a sharp slowdown as a result of the latest policy move.
In his remarks, the governor emphasized that the incremental increase is calibrated to manage price pressures without tightening credit conditions excessively. He added that the RBI continues to monitor domestic and global economic indicators closely, ready to adjust policy if needed.
Analysts note that the RBI’s stance reflects a balancing act: containing inflationary risks while supporting a recovery that has shown resilience despite external headwinds. The statement reassures markets that the central bank does not foresee a sharp slowdown as a result of the latest policy move.