Asia stocks

Asia stocks edge lower as BOJ rate hike bets weigh, India decision awaited

Asian stock markets are under pressure this week. Across Tokyo, Hong Kong, and other regional centres, investors are acting with caution. The main cause: growing bets thathe t the Bank of Japan (BOJ) may raise interest rates soon, and mixed expectations ahead of a policy move by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The uncertainty…

Repo rates

Repo Rates Cut: RBI Lowers Benchmark Rate by 25 bps to 5.25%

On December 5, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) lowered its benchmark repo rate by 25 basis points bringing it down to 5.25%. This move immediately caught attention across markets. Borrowers hoping for cheaper loans began to take note. Home-buyers, car buyers, and small businesses may soon feel a difference.  At the same time,…