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**RBI’s Interest Rate Cut: A Boost for Crypto Investments?**

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) **monetary policy committee**, led by Governor Malhotra, recently took a bold step by **reducing interest rates** by 50 basis points to **5.5%**, surpassing market expectations. Additionally, the RBI lowered the **cash reserve ratio**, injecting more liquidity into the financial system to support the slowing economy amid easing inflation.

### Impact on India’s Economy

This policy shift comes as concerns rise over India's **economic slowdown** and global uncertainties, including U.S. trade tensions. Despite the rate cuts, the central bank maintains its **GDP growth forecast at 6.5%** for the fiscal year beginning in April but revised its **inflation estimate down to 3.7% from 4%**.

Governor Malhotra emphasized India’s ambitious target:

*"Our aspiration is to grow at 8%, and we would like to grow as fast as possible."*

### Crypto as an Alternative Investment

Market analysts and industry leaders see the **repo rate reduction** as a positive development for **crypto adoption** in India. Gupta from CoinDCX stated:

*"With repo rates at their lowest levels in three years, traditional instruments like fixed deposits may appear less attractive. Investors are seeking diversification and higher returns through alternative assets, including cryptocurrency."*

At **CoinDCX**, both **retail and institutional investors** are showing **increased interest** in crypto, recognizing its **potential for strategic portfolio diversification**.