Canara Bank has eliminated the average monthly balance requirement for all savings accounts, effective June 1, to attract deposits amid industry-wide challenges. The bank anticipates a revenue loss of a few hundred crores annually from waived penalties. However, it expects the move to encourage customers to invest in term and recurring deposits, providing an alternative to capital markets.
FPI exodus in four months of 2026 surpasses all of last year
Foreign investors have sold Indian stocks worth over ₹1.8 lakh crore in 2026. This outflow exceeds 2025’s total. A weak rupee, high oil prices, and