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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...
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...
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...
RBI opens listed Indian equities for foreign investorsThe Reserve Bank of India has opened direct equity investment in listed firms to all foreign individuals, expanding beyond NRIs and OCIs. T...
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...
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...
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...
Some lenders hike rates on FX deposits for non-resident IndiansIndian banks have significantly increased interest rates on foreign currency deposits for Non-Resident Indians, with some hikes reaching 35...
RBI measures likely to attract USD 55-65 billion inflows in FY27: SBI reportIndia anticipates USD 55-65 billion in foreign inflows this fiscal year. The Reserve Bank of India's recent measures aim to stabilize the r...
From tax exemption to FCNR(B) deposits: How India is trying to attract foreign capitalIndia is taking steps to attract foreign investment and boost its economy. The Reserve Bank of India and the government have introduced new...
RBI opens a dollar swap window to help hedge foreign borrowingsThe Reserve Bank of India is introducing a dollar-rupee swap facility for banks. This move aims to help state-run firms and lenders hedge t...
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...
Central Bank of India targets over Rs 3,500 crore bad-loan recovery in FY27Central Bank of India plans significant recovery from bad loans exceeding Rs 3,500 crore in FY27. The bank will also introduce wealth manag...
Bond won't help this time: Why RBI should hike interest rate, instead of unleashing forex mobilisation schemes as in the pastReserve Bank of India's past emergency tools for raising foreign currency are no longer effective. Global interest rates have changed the f...
Gold volume growth may dip 10–15% after duty hike, say jewellersIndia's gold and silver import duty hike may affect jewellery sales volumes initially. Industry leaders believe demand will stay strong due...
PM Modi wants Indians to buy less gold but jewellers suggest three ways to save forex without any sacrificesAmidst calls to conserve forex, the All India Jewellers and Goldsmith Federation proposed a dedicated bullion bank and revamped gold moneti...
RBI may have to bear forex risk to boost foreign money inflowsIndia may need central bank support to attract dollar investments, potentially through forex deposit schemes, to cover exchange risks and o...
Why the RBI is weighing a rare 2013-crisis playbook to arrest rupee slide to record lows?The rupee’s slide to fresh record lows and oil above $100 has prompted the RBI to revisit crisis-era tools from 2013, including a special N...
India explores steps to mobilise dollar inflows as rupee slides, sources sayIndia's central bank is actively seeking methods to attract dollar inflows. This move aims to bolster foreign exchange reserves and stabili...
Learn with ETMarkets: FCNR(B) deposits become a worry nowET explains the dynamics of the FCNR(B), foreign currency non resident (banks) swap scheme.