Banks may soon see their capital positions improve. The central bank proposes to remove the Investment Fluctuation Reserve. This move could help lenders recover losses on bond investments. Accumulated reserves might transfer to core capital. This could boost lending capacity for banks. The proposal is open for public comment.
Banks exit bulk of India rupee arbitrage positions ahead of RBI deadline, sources say
Banks have largely exited Indian rupee arbitrage trades, complying with the Reserve Bank of India’s $100 million net open position limit. These measures, aimed at