RBI Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Meeting 2025: Key Decisions and Insights
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Meeting Details | 53rd MPC meeting held from February 5-7, 2025, chaired by Shri Sanjay Malhotra (RBI Governor). |
| Key Decisions | - Repo rate reduced by 25 bps to 6.25%. - SDF rate reduced to 6.00%. - MSF rate set at 6.50%. - Bank rate adjusted to 6.50%. - Neutral monetary policy stance maintained. |
| Inflation Target | CPI inflation target of 4% within a +/- 2% range. |
| GDP Growth Projections | - 2024-25: 6.4% - 2025-26: 6.7% (Q1: 6.7%, Q2: 7.0%, Q3: 6.5%, Q4: 6.5%). |
| Inflation Projections | - 2025-26: 4.2% (Q1: 4.5%, Q2: 4.0%, Q3: 3.8%, Q4: 4.2%). |
| Global Economic Concerns | - Slower disinflation. - Geopolitical tensions. - Trade policy uncertainty. - Financial market volatility. |
| Domestic Risks | - Geopolitical instability. - Protectionist trade policies. - Commodity price fluctuations. - Financial market volatility. |
| Upcoming MPC Meetings | - Minutes Publication: February 21, 2025. - Next Meeting: April 7-9, 2025. |