RBI on a spelling spree to support Rupee, say traders
The US dollar surged on expectations that the Federal Reserve will not cut rates by much this year, Reuters reported quoting traders.
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RBI Lifts Restrictions on Asirvad Micro Finance and DMI Finance
According to an official press release, the RBI stated, “After reviewing the submissions made by the companies, and taking into account their revamped processes, systems, and commitment to maintaining compliance with regulatory guidelines—particularly in ensuring fairness in loan pricing—the Reserve Bank has decided to withdraw the restrictions imposed on both Asirvad Micro Finance Limited and DMI Finance Private Limited.”
New RBI chief faces calls to unshackle rupee amid surging dollar
The RBI’s foreign-exchange reserves, which hit a record high of $705 billion in September, slid to an eight-month low of $640 billion as of December 27. The erosion roughly coincided with Donald Trump’s latest presidential election victory. The authority’s forwards book also showed a shortfall of about $60 billion as of November. This means it will have to buy a matching amount to settle maturing contracts or deplete its reserves further.
Full text: Minutes of the Monetary Policy Committee Meeting
The fifty second meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), constituted under Section 45ZB of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, was held during December 4 to 6, 2024.
RBI imposes penalty on IndusInd, Manappuram Finance
In the case of IndusInd Bank, the RBI said the Rs 27.30 lakh penalty is imposed for non-compliance with certain provisions of ‘Reserve Bank of India (Interest Rate on Deposits) Directions, 2016’. This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers conferred on RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.
CPI inflation bounce back to 6.2 % in October
Subdued global commodity prices amid concerns over global demand should further aid in moderation of the headline inflation going ahead. In October, global commodity price index declined by 4.3% YoY, while Brent crude prices fell by 15% YoY. However, it is crucial to monitor geopolitical developments closely, as these could significantly influence global commodity markets and supply chains.
Is There a Case for Higher Deposit Insurance Coverage in India?
These institutions were rescued by takeovers or bailouts, but the failures of several smaller cooperative banks remain a persistent issue. One consequence of banking failures abroad, especially in the US, has been a shift of depositor funds from smaller banks to larger, more stable ones, driven by a trust deficit. A similar trend could emerge in India, putting smaller banks under pressure.
Are we looking at a rate cut in December?
Even though this is partly due to base effect, what is more interesting to note here is that the inflation has averaged at 3.65 per cent for the first two months of the second quarter. The RBI has forecast an average 4.4 per cent inflation in the second quarter.
RBI says 97.96% of Rs 2000 notes back in the banking system
The total value of Rs 2000 banknotes in circulation, which was Rs 3.56 lakh crore at the close of business on May 19, 2023, when the withdrawal of Rs 2000 banknotes was announced, has declined to Rs 7261 crore at the close of business on August 30, 2024, the RBI said.
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das speech full text at Global Fintech Fest
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das speech full text at Global Fintech Fest