In a bold move to stimulate economic growth, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has slashed the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.50% and reduced the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by 100 basis points to 3% as of June 6, 2025. This marks the third consecutive rate cut this year, totaling a 100 basis points reduction. The central bank has also shifted its monetary policy stance from "accommodative" to "neutral,"...
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A home loan is a financial product offered by banks and financial institutions to assist individuals in purchasing residential properties. The borrower agrees to repay the loan amount, along with interest, over a specified tenure through Equated Monthly Installments (EMIs). A well-planned down payment is pivotal in securing favorable home loan terms in India. It not only reduces your loan burden but also...
Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) in India have experienced remarkable growth in recent years, with real estate emerging as the leading sector for investments as per reports. In the first half of FY25, AIFs invested ₹75,468 crore in the real estate sector, accounting for 17% of the total AIF investments of ₹4,49,384 crore across various sectors. Understanding Alternative Investment Fund...
The Reserve Bank of India’s second consecutive reduction in the repo rate—slashed by 25 basis points to 6%—has emerged as a pivotal move in realigning India's economic growth trajectory. Particularly for the real estate sector, this monetary policy intervention serves as a beacon of optimism, enhancing liquidity, boosting affordability, and catalyzing expansion across residential, commercial, and...