Banks have parked a record ₹4.52 lakh crore in the RBI’s Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) at 5% overnight. This strategy allows them to borrow funds at lower rates, around 4.27% from the TREPS market and earn a significant spread by depositing with the central bank. This reflects substantial surplus liquidity in the banking system.
Prefer short-end corporate bonds, tactical allocation to SDLs: SBI MF CIO
India’s fixed income markets are recalibrating cautiously. While macro fundamentals have improved, elevated borrowing and weak demand shape the bond outlook. SBI Mutual Fund’s CIO
February 12, 2026