The Reserve Bank of India was likely to maintain its repo rate at 6.50% due to high food prices. An ET poll concurred this steadying move. However, easing core inflation and a global shift toward lower borrowing costs might prompt the RBI to adopt a neutral stance next quarter, aligning with India’s busy economic season.
Over 800 smallcaps end the week in red. 116 stocks fall in double-digits up to 43%
BSE Smallcap fell 2% last week, with 821 stocks declining up to 43%. Market sentiment remained weak due to US recession fears and tariff wars.
March 15, 2025