The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reduced its key repo rate on Friday for the first time since May 2020, aiming to provide stimulus to the sluggish economy, which is projected to grow at its slowest pace in four years during the current fiscal year.

In addition to the repo rate cut, the Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) and Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rates have also been reduced by 25 bps to 6% and 6.5%, respectively. The bank rate has also been adjusted to 6.5%.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reduced its key repo rate on Friday for the first time since May 2020, aiming to provide stimulus to the sluggish economy, which is projected to grow at its slowest pace in four years during the current fiscal year.

The repo rate, set by the RBI, influences borrowing costs for banks. A higher repo rate raises FD interest rates, attracting deposits, while a lower rate reduces FD returns by making borrowing cheaper.

The RBI last cut the repo in May 2020, trimming it by 40 basis points to 4 per cent. But it then raised the rate six times by an aggregate of 250 basis points

The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.25%, citing declining inflation and a positive growth outlook. Governor Sanjay Malhotra maintained a neutral stance due to global uncertainties and highlighted the significant forex reserves and upcoming regulatory changes to improve market efficiency.

The Reserve Bank of India seeks to boost the sluggish economy and sees inflation easing towards its 4% target.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.25%, the first cut since 2020, under new Governor Sanjay Malhotra. The move aims to boost demand and growth across sectors like housing and automobile while maintaining a neutral policy stance.