The Reserve Bank of India’s rate cuts may be over. Economists predict a pause as inflation pressures rise and growth prospects improve. Trade deals with the USA and EU boost economic outlook. The central bank has kept its policy rate steady. This suggests monetary policy easing is largely complete. Some still anticipate one final cut.
Patchy rains may hit rural lending, banks stay cautious
Bankers are closely watching monsoon rains and their impact on rural credit. Uneven rainfall poses inflation risks for summer crops and rural incomes. A strong