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October Update of RBI Monetary Policy

Status quo for the 10th time, but stance shifts to "neutral."

RBI Monetary Policy Update: October 2024

RBI leaves the key lending rate (repo rate) at 6.5% for the 10th consecutive time.

Repo Rate Unchanged

MSF & SDF Rates Unchanged

Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) remains at 6.75%, and Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) at 6.25%.

Market Predictions

A CNBC-TV18 poll correctly predicted the unchanged repo rate, reflecting market expectations.

The decision was made with a 5:1 majority among the Monetary Policy Committee members.

Voting Outcome

Shift to 'Neutral' Stance

RBI changes its stance from "withdrawal of accommodation" to "neutral," signaling policy flexibility.

Unanimous Stance Change

All MPC members agreed on changing the stance to neutral.

Governor's Statement

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das emphasized focusing on inflation control within the target range.

Flexible Inflation Targeting

Das highlighted the maturity of the Flexible Inflation Targeting framework over the past 8 years.

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