RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged

On 5th August 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept the policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent, with the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) retaining its neutral policy stance amid global trade uncertainties and geopolitical tensions.

Key Points

Other Policy Rates: The Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) rate remains at 5 per cent, while the Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate continue at 5.5 per cent.
Global Risks: The RBI cited fresh US tariff measures, volatility in crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions in West Asia as key external risks.
Inflation: The RBI observed that inflation remains within its prescribed tolerance band.