# India’s central bank holds rates, awaits clearer inflation signal before acting

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- Reuters, 2026-08-05 06:35 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/india/indian-central-bank-holds-rates-expected-taking-comfort-still-modest-inflation-2026-08-05/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6a72d99c69018900011c1c37

> The Reserve Bank of India kept its benchmark repo rate unchanged at 5.25% on Wednesday. Policymakers are waiting for stronger evidence about whether rising oil prices are feeding into broader inflationary pressures. The decision leaves the rate steady while officials seek a clearer signal before taking further action. The issue is being watched in Asia’s third-largest economy.

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