The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) today announced its first bi-monthly Monetary Policy Statement for the financial year 2026-27, keeping the repo rate unchanged at 5.25 percent and maintaining a neutral policy stance. The central bank emphasized stability amid global uncertainties.
Inflation for FY27 has been projected at 4.6 percent, with risks highlighted from global commodity prices and the West Asia crisis. RBI reiterated its focus on balancing growth and inflation control, ensuring monetary stability in the domestic economy.
For consumers and businesses, this decision means no immediate change in loan EMIs or deposit rates, while markets are expected to remain steady under the neutral stance. The next Monetary Policy Committee meeting is scheduled for June 3–5, 2026.
