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Informist, Wednesday, Apr. 8, 2026

 

MUMBAI – Amit Modani, senior fund manager, lead – fixed income, Shriram Asset Management Co., said the following on the Reserve Bank of India's first bi-monthly monetary policy statement for 2026-27 (Apr-Mar) detailed Wednesday: 

 

The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee has unanimously voted to maintain the benchmark repo rate at 5.25%, upholding a 'neutral' stance to navigate heightened global uncertainty. This cautious approach is primarily driven by the ongoing conflict in West Asia and its subsequent disruption of global supply chains. While the domestic economy remains resilient, the RBI projects a slight moderation in growth, with FY27 GDP pegged at 6.9% compared to the 7.4% forecast for FY26. With inflation for FY27 estimated at 4.6%, the central bank is maintaining a vigilant, data-dependent watch on shifting growth-inflation dynamics. To ensure financial stability, the RBI remains committed to proactive liquidity management, aiming to keep the banking system in surplus and realign the shorter end of the yield curve. 

 

Looking ahead, we anticipate the RBI will maintain an extended pause as it monitors volatile crude prices and external risks that threaten the dual deficit. While markets have found temporary relief in recent ceasefire news, the underlying environment remains clouded by uncertainty, leaving domestic markets sensitive to core macro indicators and the upcoming monsoon. In this context, we recommend a defensive investment strategy centered on high-quality accrual strategies and the short end of the yield curve. This approach offers better risk-adjusted returns while providing the flexibility required for a tactical pivot once geopolitical tensions ease. By aligning with the central bank's "wait and watch" guidance, investors can ensure high liquidity within a volatile climate.  End

 

Compiled by Shumailla Firoz 

Filed by Tanima Banerjee

 

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