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Federal Bank to acquire 4.5 lakh Standard Chartered card portfolio
Federal Bank is set to acquire a significant credit card portfolio from Standard Chartered Bank. This deal involves approximately 450,000 cards. The acquisition will boost Federal Bank's existing credit card base. It will also strengthen its presence in major Indian cities. The transaction is expected to conclude by the end of 2026.
Federal Bank to acquire 4.5 lakh Standard Chartered card portfolio
Federal Bank is set to acquire a significant credit card portfolio from Standard Chartered Bank. This deal involves approximately 450,000 cards. The acquisition will boost Federal Bank's existing credit card base. It will also strengthen its presence in major Indian cities. The transaction is expected to conclude by the end of 2026.
Kotak Mahindra, Federal Bank line-up to acquire StanChart's India credit-card-only customers; Offer review underway
Standard Chartered is considering offers from Kotak Mahindra Bank and Federal Bank for its Indian credit card customers. This move aligns with the bank's strategy to reduce focus on single-product clients. The sale involves up to 600,000 customers who only have credit cards. This divestment aims to improve profitability by shedding non-core assets.