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
India, Sri Lanka collaborate to strengthen trade interactions through local currency settlement initiativesIndia and Sri Lanka are exploring ways to settle trade using their own currencies. This move aims to cut transaction costs and shield busin...
16 Jun, 2026, 05.55 PM 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
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
From lottery draws to fiscal spending, China broadens digital yuan footprintIn a series of measures, many revealed here for the first time, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) is giving banks policy incentives and beh...
30 May, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
Avaada seeks $800 million to refinance Brookfield Asset Management debtAvaada Group is raising $800 million to refinance existing debt. This move aims to reduce finance costs before the group's planned public m...
28 May, 2026, 12.38 AM IST
Indian banks more exposed to West Asia crisis among APAC region: Moody'sIndian banks face significant exposure due to energy import reliance. Higher fuel costs will strain consumers and businesses, increasing cr...
27 May, 2026, 07.29 PM IST
RBI, rating firms assess Iran war risks on Indian companiesThe Reserve Bank of India is proactively assessing potential borrower stress due to the US-Iran conflict, engaging with local credit rating...
26 May, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
High costs pull India Inc's foreign borrowing down 51%The rupee ended fiscal 2026 as the worst performer in Asia against the US losing close to 10% of its value in a year marked by record exits...
15 May, 2026, 01.04 AM IST
Explainer: Why India's higher tariffs are unlikely to dent gold, silver demandIndia has increased import duties on gold and silver to 15 percent. This move aims to reduce imports and protect foreign exchange reserves....
13 May, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
Bullion industry proposes plan to turn India's idle gold into working capitalIndia's gold imports are rising, prompting industry bodies to suggest ways to curb them. Proposals include recycling household gold and lim...
12 May, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
The rupee at record low will end India’s cheap-money eraElevated energy import costs have pushed the Indian rupee to a record low, prompting urgent questions about Reserve Bank of India rate hike...
01 May, 2026, 06.29 AM IST
NRI but using resident savings account? Here’s what you must know about NRE, NRO, and FEMA rulesNRIs must update their Indian bank accounts to NRE or NRO status to comply with FEMA regulations. Failing to do so can result in significan...
30 Apr, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
Can you fulfil your study abroad dream without going broke? Here are 7 ways to minimise costsStudying abroad involves more than just academic merit; it's a significant financial investment. Indian students often underestimate hidden...
25 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
HDFC Bank alerts clients on card swipe for overseas dealsIn recent times many resident individuals, banking with various financial institutions, have used cards to carry out international capital ...
24 Apr, 2026, 06.39 AM IST
India’s top LNG importer Petronet seeks $1.4 bn local loanPetronet LNG is seeking a ₹120 billion ($1.4 billion) loan to fund a petrochemical plant in Dahej and an LNG terminal in Gopalpur. SBI Capi...
23 Jul, 2025, 05.34 PM IST
Initially most loans will be in local currency: KV Kamath, New Development Bank“In the first year. we have done five green projects just under billion dollars in each of our member countries.”
11 Oct, 2016, 02.28 PM IST