GENERAL21 Sept 2026
US Fed, Bank of Japan and others impact on Indian stock markets: Global rate hike cycle begins - Sensex, Nifty outlook | Stock Market News
Global central banks have raised interest rates. The European Central Bank, US Federal Reserve, and Bank of Japan all tightened policy in September, and the Bank of England vote was hawkish. This matters to Indian businesses because it pressures bond yields, foreign investor flows and borrowing costs. Analysts say the Reserve Bank of India may hike rates in October if crude oil stays high.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The European Central Bank raised rates by 25 basis points in September, taking its deposit rate to 2.50%, and the US Federal Reserve followed with a 25-basis-point hike to a 3.75-4.00% range.
- The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate by 25 basis points to 1.25%, its highest level in 31 years.
- Motilal Oswal expects CPI inflation to rise above 6% in the third quarter of FY27, with a possible 75-100 basis points of cumulative rate hikes if oil prices stay high.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you carry loans or are planning fresh borrowing, review your interest cost assumptions and keep some room in your budget for higher rates. It may help to speak to a CA before locking in long-term funding.
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