RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged at 5.25% Amid Inflation, Growth Concerns

Central bank retains neutral stance, citing elevated crude oil prices, weakening rupee, and monsoon risks

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) maintained the repo rate at 5.25% due to balancing inflation risks from high crude oil prices and a weakening rupee against the need to support economic growth, amid geopolitical tensions and concerns over a below-normal monsoon.

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The Indian Rupee opened weaker against the US dollar on Wednesday, trading at 95.15 and falling to 95.16. This decline is attributed to rising crude oil prices and a strengthening US dollar following fresh military actions involving the US and Iran. A weak opening in domestic stock markets also contributed to the currency's dip.

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