RBI Monetary Policy: Banking stocks rise; auto, real estate shares down ahead of key rate decision

RBI Monetary Policy: Banking stocks rise; auto, real estate shares down ahead of key rate decision

Stocks such as Bank of Baroda, Kotak Mahindra Bank, ICICI Bank , SBI, Axis Bank and IDFC First Bank rose up to 1% in early deals.

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BSE auto index fell 246 points to 53,115. BSE realty index also slipped 83 pts to 6967. BSE auto index fell 246 points to 53,115. BSE realty index also slipped 83 pts to 6967. 
Aseem Thapliyal
  • Aug 6, 2025,
  • Updated Aug 6, 2025 10:04 AM IST

Rate sensitive stocks such as banking, auto and real estate were in focus ahead of the RBI Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decision on interest rates set to be announced today. While banking stocks were trading in the green, auto and realty stocks saw a selling right ahead of the policy meet announcement today. 

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The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), led by Governor Sanjay Malhotra, started off its three-day meeting on Monday amid mounting calls for a final 25 basis point repo rate cut. 

On June 6, 2025, the RBI announced a 25 bps repo rate cut, lowering it to 5.50%. This was the third straight cut by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in 2025, led by a similar reduction in April. 

The BSE bankex rose 194 pts to 61,814 against the previous close of 61,620. Stocks such as Bank of Baroda, Kotak Mahindra Bank, ICICI Bank , SBI, Axis Bank and IDFC First Bank rose up to 1% in early deals. Nifty Bank rose 125 pts to 55,485. 

BSE auto index fell 246 points to 53,115. BSE realty index also slipped 83 pts to 6967. 

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Meawnhile, Sensex fell 28 points to 80,674 and Nifty slipped 24 points to 24,624 ahead of the decision on RBI Monetary Policy today. 

Disclaimer: Business Today provides stock market news for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Rate sensitive stocks such as banking, auto and real estate were in focus ahead of the RBI Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decision on interest rates set to be announced today. While banking stocks were trading in the green, auto and realty stocks saw a selling right ahead of the policy meet announcement today. 

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The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), led by Governor Sanjay Malhotra, started off its three-day meeting on Monday amid mounting calls for a final 25 basis point repo rate cut. 

On June 6, 2025, the RBI announced a 25 bps repo rate cut, lowering it to 5.50%. This was the third straight cut by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in 2025, led by a similar reduction in April. 

The BSE bankex rose 194 pts to 61,814 against the previous close of 61,620. Stocks such as Bank of Baroda, Kotak Mahindra Bank, ICICI Bank , SBI, Axis Bank and IDFC First Bank rose up to 1% in early deals. Nifty Bank rose 125 pts to 55,485. 

BSE auto index fell 246 points to 53,115. BSE realty index also slipped 83 pts to 6967. 

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Meawnhile, Sensex fell 28 points to 80,674 and Nifty slipped 24 points to 24,624 ahead of the decision on RBI Monetary Policy today. 

Disclaimer: Business Today provides stock market news for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Aseem Thapliyal

A journalist with over 12 years' experience, who tracks trends in the share market and writes stock market stories. An active follower of Sensex and Nifty, I capture stocks in news and analysis by share market experts and brokerages on their outlook and price targets. I cover company news/earnings leading to a rally or crash in particular stocks or stock market indices. Also track impact of global stock markets on their Indian peers. I have worked with Live Mint and NDTV Profit in previous stints. My hobbies are exploring new places, travelling, watching movies, spending time with friends and family, watching web series, playing cricket and football. I have completed graduation from Delhi University along with a PG Diploma in journalism from IIMC. I can be reached easily via social media platforms.

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