Page 8 - Latest Updates on Reserve Bank of India
RBI's liquidity boost falters amid FX market intervention, say analysts
In June, the central bank announced a phased 100-basis-points CRR cut from September to November to release about ₹2.5 trillion ($28.3 billion)
 "RBI's liquidity boost falters amid FX market intervention, say analysts")
ULI 'turning point' in providing affordable credit: RBI deputy governor
Upcoming digital platform has the potential to achieve transformative impact of UPI, says Swaminathan J
 "ULI 'turning point' in providing affordable credit: RBI deputy governor")
A fine balance for fintech as investors put compliance ahead of valuation
Industry that was touted to overtake legacy banks and financial institutions gets wake-up call
 "A fine balance for fintech as investors put compliance ahead of valuation")
RBI may allow Emirates NBD to acquire controlling stake in RBL Bank
While India allows 74% foreign investment in private banks, the shareholding of a single foreign institution is limited to 15% by the RBI unless the regulator gives exceptional approval
 "RBI may allow Emirates NBD to acquire controlling stake in RBL Bank")
Rupee recovers from near all-time low on likely intervention by RBI
The local currency settled almost flat at 88.68 per dollar against the previous close of 88.69 per dollar after a choppy trade during the day
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High-level panel to review RBI advisory on EPFO's investment practices
The committee with members from RBI, Labour and Finance Ministries will draft a roadmap to improve EPFO's fund management and accounting practices
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To build a developed India, RBI must move beyond micromanagement
RBI eases forex compliance: exporters and importers can reconcile smaller bills, merchant traders get longer timelines, and rupee vostro accounts gain investment flexibility
 "To build a developed India, RBI must move beyond micromanagement")
RBI consolidates regulatory norms into 238 master circulars, repeals 9,000
The central bank streamlines regulatory framework across 11 entity types and 30 thematic areas to simplify compliance and improve clarity for the financial sector
 "RBI consolidates regulatory norms into 238 master circulars, repeals 9,000")
Recent RBI policies to help banks stay at equilibrium: K V Kamath
Jio Financial Services Chairman K V Kamath says RBI's latest measures will restore equilibrium in bank lending and boost corporate credit growth
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India, UK can set benchmarks for inclusion, trust: RBI Governor Malhotra
Malhotra highlighted that both the United Kingdom and India rank among the top jurisdictions in terms of the number of fintech startups and the scale of investments flowing into the sector
 "India, UK can set benchmarks for inclusion, trust: RBI Governor Malhotra")
Shirish Chandra Murmu takes charge as RBI deputy governor for three years
Murmu was an executive director of the RBI before being elevated to the post of deputy governor. He succeeds M Rajeshwar Rao, who completed his term
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RBI appoints Sanjay Kumar Hansda as new Executive Director from March
Hansda, who recently returned from the IMF after serving as Senior Advisor, will head RBI's Department of Economic and Policy Research from March 2025
Banks may post subdued quarterly results amid rate cuts, weak loan demand
Analysts forecast private banks to post a year-on-year decline in profit in the September quarter, while net interest income (NII) may see only a marginal uptick
 "Banks may post subdued quarterly results amid rate cuts, weak loan demand")
ECL transition time will ensure limited impact on banks: SBI chairman
C S Setty says extended transition will cushion banks from ECL shock, stresses need for stronger collections before expanding UPI-based credit products
 "ECL transition time will ensure limited impact on banks: SBI chairman")
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or shut for Valmiki Jayanti? Know more
Bank Holiday: Banks in several cities like Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Bhubneshwar, and Shimla are shut today, Oct 7, on account of Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti/Kumar Purnima
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India remains anchor of stability in volatile world: RBI Guv Malhotra
The governor attributed the country's strong fundamentals to low inflation, good foreign exchange reserves, a narrow current account deficit, and the very strong balance sheets of banks
 "India remains anchor of stability in volatile world: RBI Guv Malhotra")
How much gold does the RBI hold in its vaults? Here's a sneak peak
Central banks, WGC said, added a net 15 tonnes to global gold reserves in August, based on reported data from both the IMF and respective central banks.
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Loan against shares: Have emergency funds ready to handle margin calls
Borrow 20-30% below maximum eligibility to avoid frequent margin calls
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RBI eases compliance burden; gives extra time for merchant payments
In another decision, the RBI eased the compliance requirements for small value exporters and importers
Practical pause: Regulatory interventions will help ease of doing business
On balance, the proposed regulatory intervention will improve the ease of doing business for banks without losing sight of banking and financial stability
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