HSBC's Bhandari Sees RBI Hiking Rates by 25bps

The video discusses the divided market opinions on rate hikes, with some expecting no hikes due to low inflation and falling metal prices, while others, including the speaker, argue for a hike due to high oil prices, a weakened rupee, and rising core inflation. The speaker supports a 25 basis point hike, noting the RBI's neutral stance and speculating on its potential shift to a hawkish stance. The speaker anticipates a shallow rate hiking cycle with two more hikes in the coming quarters.

What are some reasons the market believes there will be no rate hikes?

• Weakening rupee

• Rising core inflation

• Expected low inflation

• High oil prices

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a reason for supporting a rate hike?

• Elevated oil prices

• High trade deficit

• Strengthening rupee

• Rising core inflation

What is the planned rate hike mentioned in the discussion?

• 10 basis points

• 25 basis points

• 75 basis points

• 50 basis points

What has been the RBI's stance so far?

• Hawkish

• Dovish

• Neutral

• Aggressive

How many more rate hikes are expected over the next couple of quarters?

• Three

• Four

• Two

• One