The Latest Breaking News from Monetary Policy

Fed's Waller: More hikes needed, but there is 'flexibility' about the pace

US Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller indicated that more rate hikes may be necessary to achieve the inflation target. He acknowledged the flexibility in timing for these increases, suggesting they may not occur consecutively. Waller expressed concerns about rising inflation impacts on consumer and investor expectations. Expected economic data and…

The Economic Times · Oct 8

Higher EMIs ahead: PNB, Bank of India, Bank of Baroda and Indian Bank raise lending rates; check details

The Reserve Bank of India increased the repo rate by 25 basis points during its monetary policy meeting. This hike prompted banks like Punjab National Bank and Bank of Baroda to adjust their lending rates.

The Economic Times · Oct 8

Global Market: Tokyo Financial Exchange unveils futures to hedge BOJ rate volatility

Tokyo Financial Exchange will launch a futures contract linked to the Bank of Japan’s overnight call rate to help investors hedge rising interest-rate volatility. The move comes as markets anticipate further BOJ hikes, with the central bank’s policy rate at 1.25%. Growing demand for rate hedging reflects Japan’s shift away…

The Economic Times · Oct 8

RBI MPC Meeting at a Glance: Your one step guide for all decisions

RBI Monetary Policy Meeting Highlights: The Monetary Policy Committee has raised the policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra indicated that inflation pressures are increasing and rate cuts are not expected soon. The Indian economy continues to show resilience, with GDP growth projected at…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

RBI Repo Rate 2026: Malhotra & Co hike repo rate by 25 bps to 5.50% for first time in nearly 4 years as inflation pressures build

Repo Rate Hike: The RBI raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%, its first hike in nearly four years, as rising oil prices, a weak monsoon and a weaker rupee threaten to push inflation higher. The move was widely expected by economists.

The Economic Times · Oct 7

Rupee falls 22 paise to 96.57 against US dollar post RBI rate increase

The Indian rupee experienced a drop following the Reserve Bank of India's decision to raise interest rates by 25 basis points. This move is intended to manage the surging inflation linked to ongoing geopolitical issues in West Asia. Market analysts interpret the RBI's shift to a more aggressive stance towards…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

RBI MPC Date and Time: Guv Sanjay Malhotra to share key update on repo rate, inflation & more; check when and where to watch live speech

RBI MPC Meeting October 2026: The Reserve Bank of India is expected to consider its first repo rate hike in four years amid rising inflation risks and elevated crude oil prices. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra will announce the monetary policy decision on October 7 at 10 am. Experts anticipate a…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Rupee hits two-month low on outflows, investors await RBI outcome with hike priced in

The Indian rupee fell to its lowest point in over two months due to equity outflows. Traders are focusing on the Reserve Bank of India’s upcoming monetary policy decision. Analysts expect a 25 basis point hike, which could strengthen the rupee. Dollar sales from state-run banks have limited the currency's…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Bitcoin holds near $86,000 as weak US jobs data lowers October Fed rate hike expectations

Bitcoin traded around $86,000 as expectations of easier US monetary policy supported crypto sentiment. Analysts said weak jobs data reduced rate-hike expectations, while mixed ETF flows, elevated bond yields and resistance near $87,000 kept gains in check and encouraged cautious positioning.

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Global Market: BOJ seen nearing 2% inflation target as markets eye December rate hike

The Bank of Japan may signal later this month that underlying inflation has reached its 2% target, strengthening expectations for a December rate hike. While policymakers remain cautious after recent increases, steady wages, rising prices and yen weakness could support further tightening as the BOJ gradually normalises monetary policy.

The Economic Times · Oct 6