RBI raises repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50% ahead of Diwali and Durga Puja
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The Reserve Bank of India increased its repo rate to 5.50% on October 7, 2024, citing inflation concerns.
- The hike is the first in nearly four years.
- Economists predict a possible further increase of 25 basis points.
- The decision aims to curb inflation amid expected higher demand during the festive season.
Covered by 6 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 67% center, 33% right.
How each side framed it
Center: Emphasizes the rarity of the hike, potential future increases, and inflation risks linked to weak rainfall. (AI-generated summary of how this side framed it)
RBI raises repo rate after nearly 4 years: Are more hikes coming? Here’s what economists say
Right-leaning: Highlights the timing before festivals, the impact on loan costs, and political reactions labeling the move as “inevitable.” (AI-generated summary of how this side framed it)
RBI Announces Repo Rate Hike Ahead Of Diwali & Durga Puja | Was It Inevitable? WATCH Briefing Room
Left-leaning outlets have under-covered this story. Of 6 outlets, only 0 are on the left of the spectrum.
Timeline
First reported by Business Today on ; 6 articles from 6 outlets so far.
Who is covering this story
- Center (4): Business Today, Free Press Journal, The Hindu BusinessLine, Economic Times
- Right-leaning (2): Times Now, Times of India
Sources
- RBI raises repo rate after nearly 4 years: Are more hikes coming? Here’s what economists say — Business Today (center) ·
- RBI Announces Repo Rate Hike Ahead Of Diwali & Durga Puja | Was It Inevitable? WATCH Briefing Room — Times Now (right-leaning) ·
- Banks Begin Raising Lending Rates After RBI Hikes Repo Rate By 25 Basis Points — Free Press Journal (center) ·
- RBI rate hike: Major banks raise lending rates, making loans costlier — The Hindu BusinessLine (center) ·
- RBI rate hike: Your home loan EMI just went up — Economic Times (center) ·
- Loans set to get dearer as RBI hikes repo rate after 44 months — Times of India (right-leaning) ·