RBI MPC Meeting April 2026: The meeting of the new Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India is going to start tomorrow i.e. from 6th April. On which people are keeping a special eye. In view of the current global situation, especially the increasing tension in West Asia, it is expected that RBI will not make any major changes in the repo rate at present.

The report of State Bank of India also indicates that at this time the central bank can adopt a cautious stance and keep the interest rates stable. Let us know about this…

What can be the decision of RBI on repo rate?

Considering the current situation, RBI may avoid changing the repo rate this time. According to SBI research, the rates may remain stable at around 5.25 percent. The main reason for this is the ongoing tension in the Middle East.

Due to which there is an atmosphere of uncertainty in the global markets. Especially due to the ongoing blockage in the Strait of Hormuz, crude oil prices have remained above $100 per barrel.

impact on indian economy

The effect of these conditions created at the global level is also visible on India’s economy. Indian currency rupee is continuously weakening. The rupee had reached its lowest level ever. In such a situation, RBI can distance itself from changing the repo rate.

The road ahead is difficult due to inflation

There seems to be little possibility of inflation pressure reducing in the coming months. According to research by State Bank of India, CPI inflation may remain above 4.5 percent for the next three quarters.

Along with this, the effect of possible Super El Nino can also increase the prices further. Due to which the situation can become more challenging. In such a situation, there is little hope of change in the repo rate.

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