The Reserve Bank of India held policy rates steady but lowered the cash reserve ratio to potentially ease borrowing costs. GDP growth projections for FY25 were reduced to 6.6% while inflation estimates were raised to 4.8%. The central bank also temporarily lifted the cap on interest rates on US dollar deposits to address the rupee’s slide.
Rupee likely to trade below 92/$ in case of long war: BoB
The Indian rupee faces pressure and may fall below 92 against the US dollar. A prolonged conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran could drive