RBI's rupee defense impacts liquidity and bond market

5 Nov 2025 · 07:10 ISTpre-market1 source ↓written by the desknot a recommendation

in government bonds: ₹1 trillion–1.5 trillion

The Reserve Bank of India's dollar sales to defend the rupee are draining liquidity from the banking system, prompting calls for bond purchases. Analysts estimate the RBI could buy ₹1 trillion–1.5 trillion in government bonds to ease the liquidity strain. This move may support lower interest rates amid economic pressures from U.S. tariffs.

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RBI's rupee defense impacts liquidity and bond market

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