RBI likely to cut rate early next year.
The minders of the Modi government's economic policy believe it would take 7 to 8 quarters -- or till around late 2018 -- for the economy to reap the rewards of demonetisation.
The RBI has targeted 6 percent inflation by January 2016
RBI is closely monitoring monsoon.
Rajan's appointment will be perceived as a positive development.
While a pick-up in summer monsoon rains in recent weeks is expected to cool food inflation, most analysts don't anticipate another rate cut before a new governor is on the job
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Companies are legally allowed to invest in markets in India, but the practice has seldom stirred central bank concern until recently, when they have become much more active players.
Monetary policy easing in India puts it out of step with the United States, the world's largest economy, where interest rates are expected to rise later this year
Morgan Stanley expects RBI to cut rates sharply rather than "dribble down".
The Reserve Bank of India held its policy rate at 7.25 percent on Tuesday.
If the rupee falls further, it would negatively impact the dollar-based returns of foreign investors, and could influence foreign flows into India.
The RBI cut rates for third time in 2015 due to favourable economic conditions.
The RBI has targeted consumer price inflation at 6 per cent by January and 4 per cent by March 2018.
Will RBI chief have the final say, in the form of a veto
The Reserve Bank of India unexpectedly raised its policy interest rate on Tuesday by 25 basis points (bps) but said that if consumer price inflation eases as projected, it does not foresee further near-term tightening.
Indian Economy poised for growth, say experts.
The referendum will have long-term implications for Indian companies, which earn a substantial portion of revenue from the region.
While far from being a currency war, India does not have much of an option but to depreciate to accommodate its exports at a time when China shows its intent to let its currency depreciate.
It would be beneficial for the economy to hold on to high interest rates till inflation numbers are under control.
A Reuters poll showed only one out of 51 economists had expected a 50 basis points rate cut.
The cutback on export credit refinance facility is another step towards a shift away from sector-specific liquidity allocations.
RBI's surprise rate cut has revived sentiments of India Inc.
Harsh Roongta, Mahesh Padmanabhan, Anil Rego answer the most sought after questions on Budget Day.
A moderate recovery in Indian factories, exports and investments were probably the main drivers for an increase in overall growth in the quarter through March.
India is Asia's third-best performing equity market.
Experts hail Budget 2015 as a progressive, growth oriented one.
Govt is likely to find it hard to meet deficit target next year.
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