RBI Monetary Policy June 2025 Highlights: RBI Reduces Repo Rate By 50 Basis Points To 5.5 Per Cent

RBI MPC Meeting 2025: The RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee meeting commenced on June 4, 2025. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra is scheduled to announce the outcome of the two-day meeting at 10:00 AM.

RBI MPC Meeting LIVE 2025: RBI MPC meeting LIVE 2025: Analysts anticipate a rate cut of 25 basis points. However the will closely watch the RBI’s forward guidance for signals on further easing in August or beyond.

RBI MPC Meeting LIVE 2025: Will the RBI cut the repo rate for the third time in a row? The answer may lie in the numbers that have quietly aligned in the RBI's favour over the past few months. Headline inflation is under control, April's Consumer Price Index (CPI) stood at 3.16 per cent, the lowest in nearly six years. Growth is holding up as well, India's gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 7.4 per cent in Q4 FY25, pushing full-year growth to 6.5 per cent, in line with expectations. However, the big question now is whether there will be a 25 basis points (bps) cut or more. Read more

RBI MPC Repo Rate: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra-led MPC is deliberating on key benchmark interest rates, current inflationary pressures, and the broader economic growth outlook, besides announcing other key policy decisions. Malhotra will announce the MPC’s decision on the rate at 10 am on June 6.

The buzz on D-Street is RBI will likely go for a rate cut. If the MPC decides to reduce rates, this will be the third rate cut in a row. The six-member RBI MPC meets every two months, holding a total of six meetings in a financial year. Here's how D-street is expected to respond to the rate cut.

RBI MPC Repo Rate: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to lower interest rates up to 125 basis points (bps) during the financial year 2025-26, says a report by SBI Research. It's based on the recent downward movement in inflation and the fact that it is likely to remain low in the coming months. Borrowing could get cheaper in such a case, but saving may witness a drop in deposit rates.

Brokerage firm JM Financial said in a brokerage note that the discussion within the MPC is likely to continue to revolve around tariffs and its implications, despite the recent calm due to the pause in reciprocal tariffs. Global central banks will choose to remain data dependent till the US finalises bilateral trade deals. JM Financial added that the robust GDP growth in the fourth quarter of FY 2024-25 and easing inflation trajectory in the domestic economy will restrict RBI’s ability to front-load (50bps) rate cuts

RBI MPC Repo Rate: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) began a monetary easing cycle in February. The easing cycle continued in April with another interest rate cut which brought the policy repo rate to 6 per cent.

If the RBI goes ahead with the rate cut, rate-sensitive sectors like consumer durables, financials, NBFCs, auto, housing finance, and consumption are expected to be affected. Notably, several factors, such as easing inflation, are likely to aid a rate cut. With the expected rate cut, the repo rate is expected to reduce to 5.75 per cent. Here’s a look at some sectors that are likely to be affected by the repo rate cut.

RBI MPC meeting LIVE 2025: Headline indices opened flat ahead of RBI policy meet's outcome announcement today. The Sensex opened lower by 7.8 points, or 0.01 per cent at 81,434.24. On the other hand the Nifty 50 opened lower by 2.2 points, or 0.01 per cent, at 24,748.7.

RBI Monetary Policy Meeting Live: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra will announce the monetary policy committee’s policy decision at 10 am. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra's address can be watched on RBI’s YouTube channel, X , and official website. The RBI Governor is also expected to address a press conference around noon.

"Strong balance sheets, stability on all three fronts price, financial and political providing policy and economic stability in this economic order. The Indian economy provides immense opportunities to investors," Sanjay Malhotra

RBI Meeting 2025: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced that the MPC has decided to reduce the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.5 per cent. The standing deposit facility rate stands at 2.5 per cent and the MFS rate stands at 5.75 per cent

Global growth as well as trade projections have been revised downwards, says RBI governor. The RBI governor added that the apex bank's stance has changed from accommodative to neutral.

RBI MPC Meet June 2025: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said that the Outlook for inflation is benign and inflation expectations are showing moderating trend.

RBI revised the CPI inflation projection to 3.7 per cent from earlier forecast of 4 per cent

RBI MPC Repo Rate: RBI slashes CRR by 100 bps in a bid to boost economy

RBI MPC Repo Rate: "While the RBI's 50 bps cut has been audacious and visually bold in terms of allowing savings for its lenders, the repo rate N/O is at 5.5 per cent, so home loan borrowers can clearly save from the increase. This is how the product works, if you had a Rs 50 lakh loan for 20 years, you could save somewhere in the neighbourhood of Rs 1,960 off the monthly EMI or just under Rs 4.7 lakh over the life of the loan," Annuj Goel, Managing Director, Goel Ganga Developments.

RBI MPC Meet June 2025: "While the RBI's 50 bps cut will have an immediate impact on an EMI reduction, it is also opening doors of opportunity for homeowners to strategically reposition themselves. Borrowers with a Rs 30 lakh loan of 20 years will see a decrease in their EMI of about Rs 1,176 per month, and the best part is borrowers then have the choice they can either reduce their EMIs or as being discussed herein, retain their current EMI repayments to reduce the length of tenure and hence earn a greater interest saving. As outlined previously, both the State Bank of India and the Punjab National Bank passed on rate cuts of only 25 bps since April, after all have 36 per cent of loans are considered and adjusted on the rates based on 4 months old MCLR (marginal cost of funds-based lending rate) values," Aman Gupta, Director of RPS Group.

"This important rate cut performs a dual role: allowing households to free up some spending power, as well as stimulating the real estate markets. A borrower with a Rs 1 crore (loan) will receive a reduction in their EMIs of about Rs 3,920. The additional Rs 21,000 per year, will be used or stimulated in some sort discretionary spending. Industry experts are forecasting that buyers will return in droves to key areas: Noida and Mumbai, in particular, since the real estate values there were well above affordability for most people. Fixed-rate borrowers will not receive the benefits of the cut, while there are also no tax benefits available on home loans with the New Tax Regime," Keshav Mangla, GM Business Development of Forteasia Realty.

The RBI's 50 bps rate cut provides relief but stretches a longer-term view. While a Rs 75 lakh home loan means you could see your EMI reduced by Rs 2,940 per month, the many borrowers will have to think of this as a short-term opportunity in an uncertain interest rate cycle. An aggressive interest rate cut accompanies increased inflation expectations. A future reversal could erase even a strong half year's worth of cuts. Banks also have discretion in the transmission of the monetary policy change. The existing MCLR-linked loan (almost 40 per cent of bank loan portfolios) base rate will lag behind the 4.0 Per cent for new repo rates, so traditional borrowers will benefit from policy action sooner than most. If you have fixed rate home loan as the first time buyer or branded housing developer, you will see nothing unless you eat the switching cost," LC Mittal, Director, Motia Builders Group.

Due to the RBI holding the repo rate as is, it suggests interest rates will be unchanged in the medium term. Fixed Deposit investors ought to make the most of the current rates especially with longer term FDs before any downward revisions. Spreading deposits across various banks, including small finance banks which offer marginally better rates, will ensure maximum gains without much risk, Anurag Goel, Director, Goel Ganga Developments

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has changed its monetary policy stance to neutral to focus on trade and consumer confidence to get back to the central bank’s 4 per cent inflation target without the inflation getting out of hand. The move includes cuts in the 50 bps repo rate and the slashing effect of February and April 25 bps cuts. We believe the repo rate would be further front-loading other monetary stimulus in 2025 with another cut of 100 bps to 5.5 per cent with the emphasis on moving money and credit, Siddharth Maurya, Founder & Managing Director of Vibhavangal Anukulakara.

What makes the most sense right now is adopting an FD laddering strategy where one places money in several different maturities with various timeframes. This increases liquidity while allowing the funds to be reinvested at higher rates in the future. Investors need to include returns adjusted for inflation along with income tax as fixed income investments while structuring their portfolio, LC Mittal, Director, Motia Builders Group.

The Reserve Bank of India has delivered a bold move, cutting the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.5 per cent and slashing the Cash Reserve Ratio by 100 basis points. This is the third consecutive rate cut, and with inflation easing to a six-year low of 3.16 per cent and growth still tepid, the RBI clearly wants to inject more liquidity and drive credit growth, says Prashant Mishra Founder & CEO of Agnam Advisors.

This is welcome news for borrowers – especially those on floating-rate loans – as EMIs are likely to fall. Home loan interest rates could dip below 7.5 Per cent making this a great time to either refinance or consider a fresh purchase if you’re in the market. But let’s be clear: not all banks will pass on the benefit immediately. Many lenders tweak spreads or delay rate transmission to protect their margins. So don’t just sit back and wait – be proactive," he added.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has very limited space to boost growth, which is why the committee decided to change the policy stance to neutral.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has very limited space to boost growth, which is why the committee decided to change the policy stance to neutral.

Governor Sanjay Malhotra said liquidity is abundant, no call rate target set, and without VRRR, call rate stays near 5.25 per cent. MPC has limited space to boost growth.

It is safe to assume that we have won the war against inflation,” said the RBI Governor.

“The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Monetary Policy Committee delivered a surprise policy move by cutting the Repo rate by 50 bps to 5.50 per cent and the CRR by a substantial 100 bps to 3 per cent. This was well above the consensus expectation of a 25 bps Repo cut and no change in CRR. It marks a bold step to frontload monetary support for growth. On expectations of growth and inflation, RBI expects GDP growth for FY26 at 6.5 per cent same as earlier while the inflation was revised down by 30bps to 3.7 per cent versus 4 per cent earlier," Sachin Bajaj, Executive Vice President & Chief Investment Officer, Axis Max Life Insurance.

In a challenging global macro environment, the policy is broadly positive for growth and investment. Depending on evolving economic conditions, there remains room for further rate adjustments, including the possibility of another rate cut during the remainder of FY26.” he added.

The Reserve Bank of India made a decisive move today (June 6), cutting the policy repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.50 per cent. Citing a sharp decline in inflation and the need to support economic growth, the RBI Governor explained that these factors were the primary drivers behind the recent aggressive repo rate cuts over the past two meetings. Take a look at the top 10 key takeaways from RBI’s June 2025 policy. Read More

Shishir Baijal, Chairman and Managing Director, Knight Frank India, said- The RBI’s 50 bps rate cut marks a strong and proactive stance aimed at lifting the low and mid value housing segments. Over the last few years, the strong housing market momentum was increasingly concentrating in the premium end even as there were signals of weakening the lower segments. With this cumulative 100 basis point cut in the policy interest rate we expect rekindling of the lower segments as affordability will witness a meaningful improvement for such homebuyers.

The RBI’s decision to reduce the repo rate by 50 basis points is a timely boost for developers launching projects in high-demand, lifestyle-driven markets such as Goa. Lower interest rates not only ease the cost of capital for construction and expansion but also positively influence end-user demand, especially for holiday residences, which are often discretionary purchases. In Goa, where we’re seeing rising interest from metro-based investors and NRIs, the improved affordability on home loans can help convert interest into actual bookings. This rate cut gives developers greater confidence to invest in quality, design-forward projects that align with the aspirations of today’s buyers, says Sunil Sisodiya, Chairman and CEO of Neworld Developers.

Parijat Agrawal, Head of Fixed Income at Union Asset Management Company Private Limited says, “The Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) meeting actions were forward-looking and took the markets by surprise. The MPC reduced the repo rate by 50 basis points, changing the stance from accommodative to neutral, and the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) rate was decreased by 100 basis points. The downward revision of the inflation forecast is expected to provide reassurance. We expect growth to be supported with the ongoing rate transmission. Any additional rate cuts from here on appear unlikely in the near term and would be data dependent.”