India’s foreign exchange reserves dropped significantly last week. Gold prices fell, impacting the overall reserves. The Indian Rupee also weakened against the US Dollar. Oil prices rose due to geopolitical concerns. The Reserve Bank of India’s intervention in the currency market was limited. Traders anticipate further Rupee depreciation, with some forecasting levels around 100 against the Dollar.Read More
Doha Bank is exiting its branch operations in India. The Qatari bank will close its Mumbai and Kochi branches after more than a decade. It will now operate solely through a representative office in the country. This strategic shift was approved by the bank’s board of directors. Doha Bank had launched its India operations in June 2014.Read More
The Reserve Bank of India has set a new limit for banks on their foreign currency dealings in the rupee. This move aims to control speculative trading and stabilize the Indian currency. Banks must now keep their open positions within 100 million US dollars each day. This regulation comes as the rupee faces pressure and has depreciated significantly.Read More
The Indian rupee hit a record low against the dollar, breaching 94 and nearing 95, as rising crude oil prices fueled fears of a prolonged Gulf war. Indian equities also suffered significant declines, marking a fifth consecutive week of losses. Analysts warn of further depreciation for the rupee if the conflict persists and central bank intervention remains subdued.Read More
The Reserve Bank of India has mandated all market participants, both resident and nonresident, to obtain a valid Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) code. Entities without an LEI will be ineligible for transactions in RBI-regulated financial markets. Participants in the over-the-counter derivative market must also secure a unique transaction identifier.Read More
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