<h1>RBI Cuts Repo Rate to 5.5%, Signaling Economic Support and Potential Recovery for Borrowers</h1> The Reserve Bank of India reduced the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.5%, marking the third consecutive reduction since February 2025. The monetary policy committee aims to support economic growth, which has slowed to 6.5% in the fiscal year. The rate cut provides relief for borrowers and brings the policy rate to a three-year low. The central bank retained the GDP forecast and lowered inflation projections, shifting the monetary stance from accommodative to neutral.