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RBI opens a dollar swap window to help hedge foreign borrowings
The Reserve Bank of India is introducing a dollar-rupee swap facility for banks. This move aims to help state-run firms and lenders hedge their foreign currency borrowings. The facility will be available at a fixed cost of 1.5% per annum. This initiative is expected to encourage significant inflows into the FCNR-B window.
State Bank of India hands over Rs 8,813 cr dividend cheque to government for FY26
SBI presented a dividend cheque of Rs 8,813 crore for the financial year 2025-26 to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. This payout follows SBI's strong financial performance for FY26. The bank reported a net profit of Rs 80,032 crore and an operating profit of Rs 1,23,015 crore. SBI's overall business crossed Rs 109 trillion during the year.
SBI pays Rs 8,813 crore dividend to government for FY26, FM Nirmala Sitharaman receives cheque
The State Bank of India (SBI) presented a dividend cheque of Rs 8,813 crore to the government for the financial year ending March 31, 2026. This follows SBI's reported 6% year-on-year rise in net profit for the January-March quarter of FY26, reaching Rs 19,684 crore.
ATMs in small hubs may run out of cash: Confederation of ATM Industry
ATM operators are demanding ₹100 crore compensation from banks. State Bank of India is accused of sending most cash to big cities. This leaves smaller towns without money, risking ATM shutdowns. Rising costs and fewer withdrawals add to the strain. The industry warns of a collapse if the situation continues.
7 most valued firms' mcap eroded ₹1.25 trn last week, RIL took biggest hit
The combined market valuation of seven of the top-10 most-valued firms eroded by Rs 1.25 lakh crore last week, with Reliance Industries taking the biggest hit, in-line with a bearish trend in equities. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex declined 532.4 points, or 0.71 per cent, and the NSE Nifty dipped 181.05 points, or 0.76 per cent. "Persistent FII selling remained the key drag on market sentiment despite supportive developments such as cooling crude oil prices and a recovery in the rupee against the US dollar. Concerns regarding the pace of monsoon advancement also weighed on investor confidence," Santosh Meena, Head of Research at Swastika Investmart Ltd, said. From the top-10 pack, Reliance Industries, Bharti Airtel, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro, Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and Hindustan Unilever faced erosion from their valuation, while HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and State Bank of India were the gainers. The market valuation of ...
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HDFC Bank (India), State Bank of India and Reliance Industries were top traded contracts.
Differential deposit rates permitted but must be transparent, says RBI Governor amid HDFC Bank row
The Reserve Bank of India permits banks to offer different interest rates on deposits. These rates must be transparent and follow specific rules. This comes after allegations that HDFC Bank routed differential interest payments to a state agency through its marketing budget. HDFC Bank has denied these claims, stating its internal controls are strong.
India Money Market-Volumes Jump to Record as Bank Lending Booms
India’s money-market turnover jumped to a record as state-owned lenders stepped up borrowing to fund booming credit demand.
State Bank of India cancels investor meetings scheduled for June 4 - scanx.trade
State Bank of India cancels investor meetings scheduled for June 4scanx.trade
MPC's repo rate pause will help stabilise growth: SBI chairman
State Bank of India Chairman CS Setty anticipates a Reserve Bank of India interest rate pause to foster stable growth. He highlighted India's future economic expansion depends on boosting entrepreneurship, improving market access, and investing in its large young population. Banks must scale up financing for infrastructure, manufacturing, and green initiatives to meet ambitious targets.
MPC's repo rate pause will help stabilise growth: SBI chairman
State Bank of India Chairman CS Setty anticipates a Reserve Bank of India interest rate pause to foster stable growth. He highlighted India's future economic expansion depends on boosting entrepreneurship, improving market access, and investing in its large young population. Banks must scale up financing for infrastructure, manufacturing, and green initiatives to meet ambitious targets.
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