Archive · 20 Aug 2025
RBI Remains Watchful Amid Tariff Uncertainties, Maintains Rates
The RBI is keeping a close eye on how new tariffs might affect things.
They've decided to keep the interest rate the same for now.
Although inflation has been low, it is expected to go up later in the year.
The RBI thinks it's important to stay cautious because of the uncertain global situation.
RBI Governor highlights uncertainties around tariffs.
MPC voted to maintain short-term lending rate at 5.5%.
RBI released the Minutes of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting.
Inflation is expected to inch up from Q3 onwards.
Monetary policy needs to remain watchful due to external uncertainties.
- Who
- RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra and MPC members
- What
- RBI's stance on interest rates and tariff uncertainties.
- When
- August 4-6, 2025 (MPC meeting)
- Where
- India
- Why
- To address external uncertainties and manage inflation.
- Key Interest Rate
- 5.5%
- Meeting Date
- August 4-6, 2025
- Inflation Outlook
- Expected to rise from Q3
Sources
‘India will comfortably bear this problem too’: BJP on high tariffs imposed by US on Indian goods
US tariff unlikely to impact India's long-term prospects: S&P
India’s credit rating upgrade: A mirage of stability or a sign of real progress?
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Need to remain watchful about tariff uncertainties, inflation may inch higher Q3 onwards: RBI - Industry News
Central bank needs to remain watchful amid tariff uncertainties: RBI Guv in MPC meet