The Economic Times

Bank of India mobilises $2.33 billion via FCNR(B), enough to meet one-quarter lending needs: CEO

Bank of India secured USD 2.33 billion through FCNR(B) deposits, replacing bulk funding sources. This mobilization will meet approximately three months of the bank's lending requirements. The Reserve Bank of India announced this special deposit scheme to strengthen liquidity positions. Banks are diversifying their deposit bases amid increasing credit demand from customers. The bank will maintain its 15-17 percent credit growth target for the year.