SBI Chairman Setty rules out asset quality stress in Q1, says seasonality distorts sequential NPAsState Bank of India reported a strong first quarter with net profit rising over ten percent. Gross advances surpassed fifty lakh crore rupe...
Loans against FCNR B deposits exempt from priority sectorThe Reserve Bank of India has announced an exemption for loans against specific foreign currency deposits, particularly fresh FCNR(B) and N...
SBI Q1 profit beats estimates on strong loan growth, asset qualitySBI reported a 10% rise in Q1 net profit to Rs 21,121 crore, beating estimates on robust loan growth and higher net interest income. Improv...
Banking on gear shift for pickup: After cleaning up bad loans, banks now need a new reform pushIndia's banking sector requires reforms for sustained growth and improved credit access. Banks must grow significantly to meet microenterpr...
FCNR(B) deposit drive could pressure banks' profitabilityBanks' leverage on FCNR(B) deposits could pressure profit margins. Overseas interest rates are lower, and lending spreads remain thin. This...
Arms, explosives, cash, and gold worth around Rs 18 lakh recovered during anti-Naxal operation in Chhattisgarh's DantewadaSecurity forces recovered arms, explosives, cash and a gold biscuit worth around Rs 18 lakh during an anti-Naxal operation in Chhattisgarh'...
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...
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.
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...
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Defence and electrification are multi-year structural themes for India: Prateek AgrawalGeopolitical shifts and the drive for self-reliance are creating long-term investment opportunities in India's defence and electrification ...
Nifty Bank rallies 1,000 points; HDFC Bank, IndusInd, Yes Bank, and other stocks jump up to 3%. What lies ahead?Banking stocks rallied sharply on Monday, pushing the Nifty Bank index nearly 1,000 points higher as easing geopolitical tensions and falli...
FCNR(B) window may save banks Rs 4,000 croreBanks are poised to save approximately ₹4,000 crore annually by raising deposits through FCNR(B) accounts, as the RBI covers hedging costs,...
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...
RBI move sparks race among banks to raise FCNR(B) deposit rates; smaller lenders offer over 7% on USD depositsBanks are aggressively increasing interest rates on NRI dollar deposits. This move follows a special RBI dispensation to boost foreign curr...
India's current account deficit to remain 1.5-1.7% of GDP in FY27 but RBI measures may turn BoP surplus: SBI ReportIndia's current account deficit is projected for FY27. However, Reserve Bank of India measures are anticipated to improve the country's ext...
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...
Manipur security forces arrest 5 militants, recover arms in separate operationsSecurity forces have arrested five militants in Manipur. The arrests were made in separate operations in Imphal East and Chandel districts....