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Key Highlights:
a) 4.0%
b) 3.9%
c) 3.7%
d) 3.5%
- Repo Rate Cut: Reduced by 50 basis points to 5.50%, marking the third consecutive rate cut this year.
- Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR): Lowered by 100 basis points to 3%, implemented in four stages to enhance liquidity.
- GDP Growth Projection: Retained at 6.5% for FY 2025-26, supported by government capital expenditure and resilient consumption.
- Inflation Outlook: CPI inflation revised down to 3.7%, reflecting stable food prices and easing fuel costs.
- Policy Stance: Shifted from accommodative to neutral, signaling a balanced approach to monetary policy.
Question:
Q.1 As per RBI’s 2nd Bi-monthly Monetary Policy of FY 2025-26, What is the revised CPI inflation forecast for FY 2025-26?a) 4.0%
b) 3.9%
c) 3.7%
d) 3.5%
Answer: c) RBI revised the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation estimate down to 3.7%, indicating cooling food and fuel prices.
