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#938 Why Indian Markets Are Holding Steady

Aug 3, 2026 · 19m

Summary

Host Govind Rajaniraj discusses steady Indian markets, the US-Japan yen intervention, and the RBI’s upcoming policy meeting. He analyzes falling oil prices, NRI deposit inflows, and slowing manufacturing growth. Chief Economist Madhvi Arora predicts a status quo on rates, citing improved global dynamics and stable inflation expectations despite geopolitical risks.

Topics discussed

Introduction and top stories overview Middle East conflict de-escalation and oil prices Indian markets rally and new closing auction system Rupee stability amid dollar demand and oil fall US-Japan joint intervention to prop up the yen US Treasury yields and Fed rate hike expectations India manufacturing PMI slows to five-year low Break and event promotion NRI deposit inflows and leading banks Interview on RBI policy, inflation, and growth outlook
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