RBI MPC Result Today: Market Participants Expects Rate Cut Amid Solid GDP Growth

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to unveil its latest monetary policy committee decision today, Friday, December 5, 2025. The announcement will follow the 5th bi-monthly meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) for FY26, chaired by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, which was conducted from December 3 to December 5. The outcome on the repo rate will be made public later this morning.

This policy review comes at a time when the Indian economy is exhibiting strong momentum, buoyed by solid GDP growth, and exceptionally low inflation

The latest macroeconomic indicators reflect the country’s resilient performance: GDP expanded by 8.2% in Q2 FY2026, marking its fastest growth in a year and a half, while consumer price index (CPI) inflation declined to a historic low of 0.25% in October.

Expectations Ahead of the Decision

The RBI is scheduled to announce its verdict at 10 a.m. Market participants, based on earlier assessments, had widely anticipated a 25-basis-point reduction in the repo rate. However, sentiments have turned more cautious following the stronger-than-expected GDP data and the recent depreciation of the rupee. With growth accelerating and inflation easing sharply, the central bank faces a delicate balancing act.

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Key Highlights from the October Monetary Policy

The MPC voted unanimously to keep the repo rate steady. Below are the major takeaways from the RBI’s October 2025 policy announcement:

• Repo rate: Unchanged at 5.50%
• Policy stance: Neutral
• Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR): 3%
• Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) rate: 5.25%
• Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rate: 5.75%
• Bank Rate: 5.75%

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