The Indian government's decision to cover hedging costs for FCNR(B) deposits until September 2026 has enabled banks to offer higher interest rates, exceeding 7%. This allows NRIs to leverage these deposits for potentially greater returns, though risks associated with fluctuating borrowing costs and foreign taxes remain.

India's RBI reopens FCNR(B) deposit window to attract up to $60 billion from NRIs abroad, offering 5.5%-7% rates on dollar deposits to stabilize the rupee.

Punjab National Bank and Ujjivan Small Finance Bank have raised interest rates on FCNR(B) USD deposits for Non-Resident Indians. This move follows the RBI's announcement of a…

The push comes amid RBI measures to incentivise foreign currency inflows, including swap facilities and hedging cost support for FCNR(B) deposits, aimed at strengthening forex…

Banks are urging the RBI to clarify regulations for the new FCNR deposit scheme, aiming to attract diaspora funds. They seek a tweak in wording to allow Non-Resident Indians to…

Banks may struggle to retain FCNR (B) deposits as NRIs consider premature closures for higher interest rates on new deposits.