MUMBAI: Emirates NBD’s Rs 26,015 crore purchase of a 60% stake in RBL Bank marks more than the largest banking cross-border deal; it signals how the India-UAE economic relationship is shifting from trade and remittances towards capital and control. The Dubai-based lender now counts India among its five core strategic markets, alongside the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey.

Emirates NBD completes $2.75 billion deal for 60% of RBL Bank, marking India’s largest foreign investment in banking and boosting its growth strategy in India.

Emirates NBD completes $2.75 billion acquisition of majority stake in RBL Bank, marking a significant investment in India's banking sector.

RBL Bank's board reconstitution follows Emirates NBD's majority stake acquisition, positioning it for future growth and stability.