The Reserve Bank of India intends to conduct its first Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting under the guidance of newly appointed Governor Sanjay Malhotra.
Scheduled from February 4 to February 7, 2025, the meeting will determine India’s repo rate policy, with expectations of a 25 basis point (BPS) rate cut.
Key Dates & Timings for RBI MPC 2025
- MPC Meeting Dates: February 4 – February 7, 2025
- Repo Rate Announcement: February 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM
- Governor’s Press Conference: February 7, 2025, at 12:00 PM
Where to Watch the RBI MPC Announcement Live
The repo rate announcement and press conference will be streamed live on multiple platforms:
- RBI’s Official YouTube Channel & Social Media (X/Twitter)
- Business News Channels
What can you expect from the RBI MPC Meeting?
1. Potential Rate Cut: A 25 BPS cut can be expected, bringing the repo rate down to 6.25% from 6.5%.
2. Liquidity Measures: In recent months, RBI has injected ₹1.5 lakh crore into the banking system to boost liquidity.
3. Economic Insights: Governor Malhotra will address India’s financial outlook and the impact of the Union Budget 2025.
Previous RBI MPC Decisions
In December 2024, then-RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das maintained the repo rate at 6.5% while slashing the cash reserve ratio (CRR) by 50 BPS to inject ₹1.16 lakh crore into the financial system.
With the new governor at the helm, all eyes will be on February 7, when the MPC reveals its stance on interest rates, inflation, and economic growth.
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