Term

Repo Rate

The rate at which RBI lends short-term funds to banks.

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Simple meaningThe rate at which RBI lends short-term funds to banks.
Relevant ActRBI Act, 1934

Technical meaning

The policy rate under the Liquidity Adjustment Facility at which the RBI provides liquidity to banks against eligible securities.

Practical example

A repo rate cut usually lowers loan interest rates over time.

Related terms

  • CRR
  • SLR

Official reference

RBI Act, 1934

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