RBI August Monetary Policy: Repo Rate Unchanged, GDP Up

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Aug 05, 2026 13:53

RBI''s August monetary policy keeps repo rate at 5.25%. GDP growth forecast raised to 6.7%, inflation lowered to 5%. Indian economy remains resilient.

RBI August Monetary Policy: Repo Rate Unchanged, GDP Up

Mumbai, Aug 5 (PTI) Following are the highlights of the bi-monthly monetary policy announced by Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday:

* Repo rate unchanged at 5.25 pc;

* MPC members unanimously voted to keep policy rate unchanged;

* GDP growth forecast for FY27 raised marginally to 6.7 pc from 6.6 pc;

* Inflation projection lowered to 5 pc from 5.1 pc;

* Inflation outlook hazy due to uncertainties on monsoon, El Nino, geopolitics;

* Indian economy remains resilient amidst persisting global headwinds;

* System liquidity stood at an average daily surplus of Rs 1 lakh cr since June;

* During April-May, current account recorded surplus of USD 2.8 bn;

* Gross FDI inflows buoyant at USD 30.7 bn during Q1; Net inflows too increased;

* India sees turnaround in FPI with USD 7.1 bn net inflows during June-July;

* Foreign exchange reserves continue to be adequate;

* Next MPC meet scheduled for Oct 5 to 7.

Source: PTI By Rediff Money Desk, Mumbai

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