GENERAL21 Sept 2026
RBI OMOs reduce liquidity to ₹6 trn; GST outflows help absorb surplus
Liquidity in the banking system has dropped to about ₹6 trillion as RBI's open market operations, or OMOs, pull out cash. Currency in circulation is rising, and banks must hold more reserves as deposits grow. Both will soak up some surplus. GST outflows also help. For business owners, this means money stays a bit tighter, so plan your credit needs and keep repayments on time.
Key Statutory Highlights
- RBI's open market operations have brought banking system liquidity down to about ₹6 trillion.
- An increase in currency in circulation and higher reserve requirements as the deposit base expands could absorb a part of the surplus in the coming months.
- GST outflows are also helping absorb the surplus.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If your business depends on bank credit, it may be wise to review your working capital needs early and keep repayments current, since surplus funds in the system are being absorbed.
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