Category: business

By – Mr. Vikram Chhabra, Senior Economist, 360 ONE Asset The RBI’s decision to cut the repo rate by 25 bps is broadly in line with our expectations. Inflation has consistently printed below the RBI’s projections, indicating that there was adequate room for policy easing. Although GDP growth has been…

By – Dr. Samantak Das, Chief Economist and Head – Research and REIS, India, JLL The RBI’s decision to cut the repo rate by 25 bps is a powerful, proactive signal that strategically leverages India’s macroeconomic strength – a robust 8.2% Q2 GDP expansion alongside record-low headline inflation. This is not…

 By, Mr. Vinod Francis, GM & CFO, South Indian Bank. “The RBI’s decision to trim the repo rate by 25 basis points while maintaining a neutral stance signals a calibrated shift towards supporting growth, without sending an overly aggressive easing signal to the markets. RBI’s communication is straight forward that…

By,Mr. Rohit Garg, CEO, Olyv The RBI’s decision to reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% marks a clear and growth-oriented shift in policy. For digital lenders and NBFCs, this move expands liquidity, lowers the overall cost of capital, and strengthens our ability to deliver faster, more…

 By,Mr. Vikas Bhasin, Managing Director, Saya Group The RBI’s 25 bps rate cut is a timely boost for the economy and a clear signal of easing financial conditions. For borrowers, this translates into lower EMIs and improved liquidity, while for homebuyers it significantly enhances affordability and purchasing power. With borrowing…

By: Mr. Samir Jasuja, Founder & CEO, PropEquity, NSE-listed real estate data analytics firm The RBI’s continued reduction in the repo rate is a welcome move, especially in the backdrop of easing inflation and strong GDP growth. Lower borrowing costs provides a cushion to homebuyers against rising property prices thereby…

By Daniel Takieddine Co-founder and CEO, Sky Links Capital Group  Oil was trading slightly higher today as traders continue to monitor the impact of the geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe. Oil prices could continue to see some support as energy infrastructure remains at risk in the region. Tensions could lead…

By Bas Kooijman, CEO and Asset Manager of DHF Capital S.A The US dollar was relatively flat today, stabilizing after a second week of declines. Weaker US labour data reinforced expectations of a Fed cut next week. Yesterday’s ADP report showed a surprise 32,000 drop in private-sector jobs, signalling that…

Coimbatore, Dec 05: Kaya, India’s most trusted dermatologist-led clinic chain, announces the opening of its second clinic in Coimbatore, further cementing its presence in “Manchester of the South.” Following the success of its first clinic at Skanda Square, Kaya’s new space on DB Road is a testament to the city’s growing…

By Joseph Dahrieh, Managing Principal at Tickmill Gold was relatively stable, trading sideways near the USD 4,200 level. The market could consolidate after its rebound during the last few trading sessions. Gold could continue to find support in increasing expectations of interest rate cuts. Yesterday’s weak ADP Employment report showed…