RBI MPC Policy, Dec. 5 -- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) revised inflation forecast downward to 2% for 2025-2026 from 2.6% that was earlier projected with Q3 at 0.6% and Q4 at 2,9%. Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation for Q1 next year, 2026-27 is projected at 3.9%, and Q2 at 4%. The risks are evenly balanced, said Governor of the RBI, Sanjay Malhotra today.

Here are the quarterly estimates:

Q3FY26: Cut to 0.6% from 1.8%

Q4FY26: Cut to 2.9% from 4%

Q1FY27: Cut to 3.9% from 4.5%

Q2FY27: Forecast at 4%

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