Banks park big money with ‘rival’ mutual funds

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In 2025, Indian banks are unusually investing heavily in mutual funds, with investments surging 91% to ₹1.19 lakh crore. This shift is driven by suboptimal credit growth, surplus liquidity, and favorable market conditions. Banks are primarily utilizing liquid and money market schemes for higher short-term returns, rather than direct lending.

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