Banks are urging for incentives, such as relaxed norms on risk-weighted assets (RWA) and cash reserve ratio (CRR), for sustainability-linked loans. These loans tie interest rates to a company’s sustainability performance, promoting adherence to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) norms. Discussions with stakeholders, including the RBI, are ongoing, with proposals to include green financing in priority sectors like electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy.
NY Fed’s John Williams flags need to gather more information on inflation risks before rate decisions
Federal Reserve officials John Williams and Alberto Musalem have flagged persistent inflation risks, with rapid AI infrastructure investment potentially adding to price pressures. Williams backed