Cover in Dubai, dollars in India, foreign banks are ready to playOverseas banks are finding a clever way to tap India's dollar demand without exceeding exposure limits. They're asking Indian banks to issu...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.34 AM IST
Rupee's defence takes RBI dollar shorts to a record highThe Reserve Bank of India's net short forward position in the currency market surged to a record $106.6 billion in May, indicating signific...
01 Jul, 2026, 06.06 AM IST
India's underperformance sets stage for recovery, says JM Financial's Deepak GuptaIndian equities are showing signs of a potential rebound, with attractive valuations and improved currency stability, according to Deepak G...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
India's SBI-backed Cashfree Payments bets on cross-border push with travel, investment paymentsIndian fintech firm Cashfree Payments is set to significantly expand its cross-border operations, aiming to capture growing international t...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
Banks can offer loans for FCNR (B), rebook deposits, RBI clarifiesIndian banks can now lend against FCNR(B) deposits, with the RBI offering forex swaps only on the principal amount. This move aims to attra...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.56 PM IST
RBI clarifies FCNR(B) loan, SBLC eligibility under swap schemeIndian banks can now offer loans to non-residents and issue standby letters of credit against FCNR(B) deposits under a new RBI swap facilit...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
There are little signs of economy overheating: Saugata BhattacharyaFalling crude oil prices might boost growth beyond central bank forecasts, potentially easing rate hike needs. However, supply chain disrup...
22 Jun, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
RBI sweetens FCNR deposits: NRIs can now earn up to 7% on dollar savingsFor the first time in years, the math is actually working for non-resident Indians to invest dollar savings in India.
22 Jun, 2026, 09.44 AM IST
RBI looks to revive NRI deposit growth through FCNR(B) route, NRO accounts grow fastest: Bank of Baroda reportThe Reserve Bank of India's latest measures to attract foreign currency deposits could help revive NRI inflows after growth stalled in FY26...
20 Jun, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
South Indian Bank raises FCNR deposit rate to 6.5 pc after RBI swap windowSouth Indian Bank has boosted interest rates on US dollar deposits for Non-Resident Indians to 6.5% per annum for 3-5 year tenures. This mo...
19 Jun, 2026, 06.08 PM IST
Banks seek RBI nod to let NRIs break & rebook existing depositsTo incentivise foreign currency inflows, the Reserve Bank of India will swap fresh dollar term deposits raised until end-September at par. ...
19 Jun, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
How NRIs, OCIs may benefit as RBI allows banks to offer higher interest rates on certain FCNRs, NREsThe Reserve Bank of India has temporarily lifted interest rate restrictions on certain NRE and FCNR(B) deposits until September 30, 2026. T...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
FCNR deposit rates up to 6.5%: Bank of Baroda, Indian Overseas Bank and others launch schemes for NRIs, OCIsFollowing RBI's measures to boost foreign currency inflows, several banks like Canara Bank, Federal Bank, Bank of Baroda, and IOB have laun...
17 Jun, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
SBI revises FCNR(B) interest rates up to 5.75%: NRIs, OCIs & POIs can earn more on these depositsFCNR(B) interest rates: The Reserve Bank of India's announcement to bear hedging costs for FCNR(B) deposits has prompted SBI to revise its ...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.24 PM IST
Residents tempted to gatecrash FCNR party for NRIsWealthy Indians are finding ways to benefit from a new foreign currency deposit scheme. They are sending money to NRI relatives as gifts to...
15 Jun, 2026, 07.43 AM IST
Banks seek RBI nod on Guarantee Rule to boost NRI deposit inflowsBanks are urging the RBI to clarify regulations for the new FCNR deposit scheme, aiming to attract diaspora funds. They seek a tweak in wor...
13 Jun, 2026, 06.14 AM IST
Revised FCNR interest rates up to 7.13%: PNB, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank and others revise ratesFCNR interest rates: Banks are increasing interest rates on Foreign Currency Non-Resident (FCNR-B) deposits for NRIs, OCIs, and POIs. This ...
12 Jun, 2026, 02.16 PM IST