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Banks can offer loans for FCNR (B), rebook deposits, RBI clarifies
Indian banks can now lend against FCNR(B) deposits, with the RBI offering forex swaps only on the principal amount. This move aims to attract dollars by absorbing currency hedging costs for banks, boosting FCNR(B) rates to 6-7.1%. The central bank also clarified rules for stand-by letters of credit and introduced a swap facility for external commercial borrowings, easing dollar hedging for businesses.
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Banks seek RBI clarity on leveraged NRI FCNR deposit structures
Indian banks are seeking clarity from the RBI on allowing overseas branches to lend to non-residents for FCNR(B) deposits. Some lenders, like SBI, have already launched structured…
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RBI clarifies FCNR(B) loan, SBLC eligibility under swap scheme - The Economic Times
Banks can now offer loans to non-residents and issue standby letters of credit against FCNR(B) deposits under the RBI's swap facility. This regulatory clarity from the central…
