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RBI Keeps Repo Rate at 5.25%, Anchors Real Estate Growth

RBI Keeps Repo Rate at 5.25%, Anchors Real Estate Growth

The Reserve Bank of India is the country's central bank, and it decided to keep the interest rate it charges banks at 5.25 percent.

This rate is called the repo rate.

Because the rate did not change, home loans will not suddenly become more expensive.

That is good news for people planning to buy a house.

Builders are also happy because they can plan their projects with more confidence and launch new homes at a steady pace.

Right now, the world economy is uncertain because prices are going up and there are tensions between countries.

The bank wants to watch inflation carefully before changing rates again.

Real estate experts say stable interest rates help homebuyers and businesses alike, especially in Punjab and smaller cities.

They believe a steady rate will help the housing market grow calmly and steadily.

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