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RBI holds rates steady, signals gradual shift toward growth support in FY27

Economy

RBI holds rates steady, signals gradual shift toward growth support in FY27

The central bank kept the repo rate unchanged for a third consecutive policy review, but softened its language on inflation risk, opening the door to a rate cut as early as its next meeting. Economists say the tone marks a turning point after eighteen months of a tightening bias.

Aditi Rao2 hours ago6 min read
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Economy

Services PMI hits 14-month high in August

New export orders drove the strongest expansion since mid-2025.

Core sector output grows 6.8% in July

Steel, cement and electricity led the gains.

Centre revises FY27 GDP growth estimate upward

The finance ministry now expects 7.1% growth, up from 6.8%.

Rural demand shows signs of a durable recovery

Tractor and two-wheeler sales point to a pickup outside metros.

Markets

NIFTY crosses 25,000 for the first time since June

Banking and auto stocks lagged even as the broader index rallied.

FIIs turn net buyers after three-week selling streak

Inflows were led by financials and IT names.

Gold holds near record high on festive demand

Analysts expect prices to stay elevated through Diwali.

Rupee strengthens past 83.20 against the dollar

A softer dollar index and easing crude prices supported the move.

Companies

Tata Motors shares surge on strong EV order book

The company reported a 40% jump in electric vehicle bookings.

Infosys wins $1.5 billion European banking deal

The multi-year contract is among the firm's largest in two years.

Adani Group plans $3 billion green hydrogen investment

The project will be built in phases through 2030.

Zomato expands quick-commerce footprint to 40 new cities

The rollout comes as competition in the segment intensifies.

Opinion

ET Commentary

From ET Print

Why a rate cut now would be premature

Inflation may be cooling, but core price pressures remain sticky enough to warrant caution before easing.

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Rajeev Malhotra

Former RBI Deputy Governor

Wealth

Personal finance, mutual funds and tax planning

Technology

Startups, AI and enterprise software