Looking for over 17% return from FCNR deposit through leverage? Check pitfalls before getting luredThe Indian government's decision to cover hedging costs for FCNR(B) deposits until September 2026 has enabled banks to offer higher interes...
19 Jun, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
HDFC raises $750-m ECB, first under RBI's special swap planHDFC Bank has successfully raised $750 million in offshore bonds, marking the first to leverage the RBI's 1.5% fixed-rate swap for external...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.16 AM IST
Agentic AI adoption drives stronger governance oversight, risk controlsIndian companies are prioritising local AI rules over international ones. They are focusing on ethics, identity, and privacy as AI adoption...
15 Jun, 2026, 09.28 AM IST
FX swap window may spur PSU rush for overseas loansPublic sector units like PFC, REC, and NaBFID are poised to increase their External Commercial Borrowings (ECBs) to leverage the RBI's 1.5%...
10 Jun, 2026, 09.31 AM IST
Credit cover for collateral-free education loans may be raised at inter-ministerial consultationsThe government is exploring increasing the credit guarantee cover for education loans. This move aims to allow banks to offer loans exceedi...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
RBI holds repo rate, but for how long will relief for home loan borrowers continue?The RBI’s decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% has provided relief to home loan borrowers, but rising inflation could trigger ...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
Credit guarantee scheme for MFIs still stuck in low gearBanks have received an aggregate loan demand of Rs 10,000-12,500 crore under the scheme, according to people familiar with the matter. Whil...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
EEPC India proposes separate MSME rating system for better funding and global competitivenessEEPC India has urged the government to create a distinct rating system for MSMEs. This new approach would consider their size and operation...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.39 PM IST
RBI highlights strong banking sector health, says lenders can withstand severe shocksIn the fiscal year 2025-26, India's financial landscape demonstrated remarkable stability. Both banks and non-bank entities showcased solid...
29 May, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
IRFC to raise ECB loan worth $2 billion to finance large infra projectsIndian Railway Finance Corporation is set to raise USD 2 billion through external commercial borrowing. This funding will primarily be in J...
24 May, 2026, 10.48 AM IST
Central Bank of India 'blessed' with liquidity, now we are building the capability to deploy it better: CMD Kalyan KumarCentral Bank of India is set to expand its services with new initiatives including launching credit cards and a wealth management business....
23 May, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
Muthoot Finance plans floating-rate bond issue of Rs 2,000 crMuthoot Finance is gearing up to secure ₹2,000 crore next week through the issuance of floating-rate bonds, which will mature in three year...
21 May, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
Bank of Baroda aims 10 per cent corporate growth in FY27, Rs 50,000 cr loans in pipelineBank of Baroda plans a 10 percent expansion of its corporate lending by FY27. A Rs 50,000 crore pipeline is in place, with significant dema...
11 May, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
SBI posts record ₹80,000 crore profit; chairman says NIM has bottomed out, eyes 13–15% loan growth in FY27State Bank of India achieved a record profit exceeding ₹80,000 crore. Despite investor concerns over net interest income and margin, Chairm...
11 May, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Jefferies blames HDFC Bank controversy for impacting banking sector valuationsJefferies said the leadership uncertainty at HDFC Bank has become a major overhang for the banking sector, dragging benchmark valuations de...
08 May, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
M&M profit surges 42%, but auto margins remain flatMahindra & Mahindra reported a strong 42% jump in net profit for the fiscal fourth quarter. Growth was seen across its automotive, farm equ...
06 May, 2026, 06.19 AM IST
RBI rate cuts partly passed on to borrowers in FY26, lending rates fall but not fully: ReportRBI's repo rate cuts in FY26 were only partially passed on to borrowers, with lending rates declining but not matching the full policy redu...
05 May, 2026, 02.49 PM IST