The Reserve Bank of India has shifted to a ‘neutral’ policy stance, increasing expectations of a rate cut in December. Most financial institutions anticipate a 25 basis point cut. Market participants will closely monitor inflation and growth indicators. The RBI’s decision provides flexibility for potential rate easing as inflation remains within legal limits.
Vegetable oil import down 16 per cent in March to 9.98 lakh tonne: SEA
India’s vegetable oil imports witnessed a 16% decline in March, totaling 9.98 lakh tonnes, primarily due to a significant drop in crude sunflower oil shipments.