Strong balance sheets help India Inc absorb West Asia fallout: CrisilA stress test by Crisil Ratings covering 34 sectors that account for 65% of its rated corporate debt suggests that India Inc remains broadl...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.57 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
Indian financial firms to tap $1.5 billion overseas bonds this week: BankersIndian lenders are poised to issue approximately $1.5 billion in foreign-currency bonds this week, driven by a new, cost-effective hedging ...
22 Jun, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
Rupee records strongest week in 11 as bond inflows, softer oil prices lend supportThe Indian rupee maintained steady ground against the dollar last Friday, closing almost flat. The day’s trading featured some ups and down...
19 Jun, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
Yuan or Dollar? Indian businesses explore alternatives as import costs climbIndian businesses, particularly MSMEs, are hesitant to adopt yuan-denominated settlements despite a weakening rupee. They prioritise locali...
19 Jun, 2026, 11.15 AM IST
Stuck in acres of mediocre: External shocks expose India's slide into middle-income stagnationIndia's economy is experiencing a slowdown. High growth and low inflation mask underlying issues of weak demand and poor productivity. This...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.15 PM IST
India will do more to boost inflows: Finance Minister Nirmala SitharamanIndia plans further measures to attract foreign capital. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that additional steps will be taken if ...
16 Jun, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Hudco mulls $1 billion foreign debt under RBI forex swap facilityHudco aims to secure one billion dollars in foreign debt. This will be achieved through the Reserve Bank of India's concessional forex swap...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
Explained: Why RBI’s FCNR(B) and ECB swap window could be a game changer for banksRBI’s FCNR(B) and ECB swap windows aim to boost liquidity, stabilise the rupee and ease funding costs for banks. Attractive returns for NRI...
14 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Bringing in US dollars: RBI flags off FCNR(B) chase, pushes banks to go all out for forex inflowsIn an ambitious bid to enhance India's foreign currency reserves, the Reserve Bank of India is urging banks to ramp up their efforts in att...
13 Jun, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
Indian rupee also gains big against the US dollarIn a remarkable turn of events on Friday, the Indian rupee surged against the US dollar, largely due to a significant decrease in crude oil...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.26 AM IST
RBI pushes banks to bring more dollars homeThe push comes amid RBI measures to incentivise foreign currency inflows, including swap facilities and hedging cost support for FCNR(B) de...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
RBI forex measures to lower banks' overseas borrowing costs by 2-2.5 per cent, aid inflows: ReportNew RBI measures aim to make overseas borrowing cheaper for banks. External commercial borrowing costs may drop by up to 2.50 percent. This...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.28 PM IST
Asia’s currency fight moves offshore as central banks push backAsian central banks are intensifying efforts to curb offshore forex speculation as external pressures like high oil prices and a strong dol...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
RBI's measures may attract USD 60-70 billion foreign capital, support rupee: India RatingsNew measures by the RBI and government aim to attract foreign capital. These steps are expected to bring in USD 60-70 billion. This influx ...
10 Jun, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
Bank stocks rally as RBI steps lift mood, trigger short coveringOn Tuesday, bank stocks rocketed upwards following strategic interventions by the Reserve Bank of India aimed at shielding foreign currency...
10 Jun, 2026, 07.14 AM IST
Banks to be told to step up FCNR (B) depositsBanks will now encourage more foreign currency deposits. The Reserve Bank of India will cover all hedging costs for these deposits. This mo...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.12 AM IST