Indian markets open flat as RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%

Investors digest the central bank's decision to keep borrowing costs unchanged while weighing mixed global signals and a revised growth outlook.

By Handelsavisen Newsroom · Automated 6 August 2026, 04:09 UTC · 1 min read

Indian equity benchmarks opened with minimal movement on Thursday, August 6, following the Reserve Bank of India’s decision to maintain its repo rate at 5.25%.

The central bank also raised its GDP growth forecast for the current fiscal year, signaling confidence in the domestic economic trajectory despite persistent global headwinds.

The Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex traded marginally higher in early session activity, reflecting a cautious stance among traders.

Market participants appear to be balancing the stability of monetary policy against broader macroeconomic uncertainty.

The lack of a rate cut or hike suggests the RBI remains focused on managing inflation expectations while supporting growth.

This session follows a period of subdued trading activity, with indices opening flat on Wednesday and Monday as investors adopted a wait-and-see approach.