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RBI opens term money market to AIFIs, housing finance companies
The Reserve Bank of India has opened the term money market to All India Financial Institutions and housing finance companies, allowing them to borrow and lend. Prudential borrowing limits for primary dealers have also been significantly increased. These moves aim to deepen market participation and improve liquidity, ultimately strengthening monetary policy transmission by linking short-term and long-term interest rates.
RBI opens term money market to AIFIs, housing finance companies
The Reserve Bank of India has opened the term money market to All India Financial Institutions and housing finance companies, allowing them to borrow and lend. Prudential borrowing limits for primary dealers have also been significantly increased. These moves aim to deepen market participation and improve liquidity, ultimately strengthening monetary policy transmission by linking short-term and long-term interest rates.
RBI draft allows AIFIs, HFCs to borrow from call money
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed allowing All India Financial Institutions (AIFIs) and housing finance companies (HFCs) to borrow in the term money market, while also increasing borrowing limits for standalone primary dealers to strengthen liquidity and market participation.
Sterling Bank selects Infosys Finacle SaaS platform for its transformation program
Infosys Finacle, part of EdgeVerve Systems, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys, and Sterling Bank of Asia (Sterling Bank), one of the most progressive banks in the Philippines, today announced the bank's decision to select Infosys Finacle Software-as-a Service (SaaS) platform for its transformation program. Sterling Bank has opted to leverage the Finacle Core Banking, Finacle Customer Data Hub, Finacle Trade Finance, and Finacle Origination solutions for its requirements. Through this strategic collaboration with Infosys Finacle, Sterling Bank expects to enhance the experience of both employees and customers, maintain high standards of availability and reliability in its banking services, and reduce operational complexity through automation and digitization, thereby supporting its future growth.

Sensex jumps 791 points, Nifty tops 24,000: 3 reasons why markets rose today
Index majors ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank and Infosys led the rally, helping both Sensex and Nifty gain nearly 1%. The Nifty IT index also strengthened after Axis Capital upgraded eight IT stocks, adding momentum to the broader market.
RBI says UPI-linked credit lines must follow same rules as traditional loans; Closes regulatory arbitrage
The Reserve Bank of India has mandated uniform prudential treatment for all credit facilities, including those disbursed via UPI. This move closes a regulatory loophole allowing banks to offer lighter treatment to UPI-linked credit. Now, the nature of the credit, not the technology, dictates capital adequacy and provisioning, ensuring consistent regulation across all credit products.
Metropolis Healthcare Ltd leads losers in 'A' group
Aadhar Housing Finance Ltd, Black Box Ltd, Tata Capital Ltd and Craftsman Automation Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 22 June 2026.

Why NBFCs are growing faster than banks, JM Financial analyst explains
Ajit Kumar of JM Financial sees NBFCs outperforming banks in FY27, favoring Tata Capital and Piramal Finance on strong credit demand, cheaper funding and stable asset quality

For Tata Capital, narrowing profitability gap with Bajaj Finance is a tough task
Tata Capital has hit a record high after reiterating its FY28 growth roadmap. But with much of the optimism already priced in, investors may need to temper expectations.
HDFC Securities explains why 24,150 is key for Nifty; recommends 2 stocks
Stocks to buy today: Vinay Rajani of HDFC Securities has a positive outlook on Equitas Small Finance Bank and Titagarh Rail Systems.
Areion seeks RBI approval for Rs 936 crore Aviom takeover
Areion Group is seeking Reserve Bank of India approval for its acquisition of Aviom India Housing Finance. The deal, valued at ₹936 crore, is undergoing rigorous review. The RBI will closely examine the source of funds and Areion Group's governance. This assessment ensures the acquisition is backed by legitimate capital.
Areion seeks RBI approval for Rs 936 crore Aviom takeover
Areion Group is seeking Reserve Bank of India approval for its acquisition of Aviom India Housing Finance. The deal, valued at ₹936 crore, is undergoing rigorous review. The RBI will closely examine the source of funds and Areion Group's governance. This assessment ensures the acquisition is backed by legitimate capital.