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Markets can be irrational in the short run: What RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said as rupee nears lifetime low

·Economic Times·Impact 4/5 · High

The RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra has stated that markets can be irrational in the short run. This means that the current state of the market may not reflect the true value of the rupee, which is nearing its lifetime low. The RBI's decision to raise the repo rate to 5.50% has led to concerns about the currency's value, but Governor Malhotra's comments suggest that the rupee may actually be undervalued, which could have a positive impact on its value in the long run.

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Why it matters

The RBI Governor said the currency may be undervalued. This could lead to a potential rebound in the rupee's value, affecting markets and investor sentiment.

Market impact

Impact score
4 / 5
Market signal
Positive / risk-on
Category
Monetary policy
Model confidence
70%

Markets & countries in focus

India

Transmission channels

Repo rate hike→Rupee undervaluation→Investor sentiment boost→Rupee rebound→Market rally

Likely winners & losers

Winners

  • Indian equities
  • Rupee bulls

Under pressure

  • Dollar bulls
  • Importers

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