RBI reports India’s GDP growth at 6.8%, inflation easing to 2.6%

According to the Reserve Bank of India’s October bulletin, India’s GDP growth for FY2025–26 stands at 6.8%, supported by robust manufacturing and investment momentum. Inflation fell to an eight-year low of 2.6% due to easing food prices. The repo rate remains unchanged at 5.5%, while the current account deficit narrowed to 0.2% of GDP. The RBI emphasized maintaining stability amid external uncertainties and noted improved credit offtake driving sustainable medium-term expansion.