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India boosts efforts to drain surplus cash as dollar flows swell
The latest move marks a shift towards larger and longer-tenor operations as the RBI seeks to absorb liquidity generated by its measures to attract foreign inflows to shore up the rupee…
HDFC Bank’s next CEO faces growth and margin test
HDFC Bank is searching for a new chief executive officer. The bank faces challenges in integrating its merger and reviving retail lending. Its stock has declined significantly this year, impacting investor confidence. The new leader must improve loan growth and core profitability. Kaizad Bharucha is a leading internal…
HDFC Bank eyes revival after peer outperformance
Sashidhar Jagdishan's tenure at HDFC Bank ends with operational strength but weak stock performance. The bank improved asset quality and loan book size during his leadership. However, peers like SBI and ICICI Bank generated better investor wealth. HDFC Bank's stock has fallen since its merger with HDFC. Future stoc…
Banks look to push prudent borrowing for small loan-takers
Banks and credit firms will launch a responsible borrowing campaign to curb bad loans. This initiative aims to promote financial discipline among young borrowers. The campaign will address risks from rapid digital credit growth and predatory apps. It will also focus on improving credit history and timely payment kno…
Subhash Chandra raises questions over HDFC claims; seeks reconciliation of ₹4,262 crore dues
Zee Group founder Subhash Chandra has challenged the debt claims made by HDFC Group in his ongoing insolvency case. He is now seeking a reconciliation process to settle dues with several major lenders.
Indian Bank to add 100 branches, increase headcount by 2,500 in FY27
Indian Bank plans to expand its network and hire thousands of new staff members this financial year. The bank is also focusing on lowering its bad loan levels significantly by year-end.
Indian Bank to add 100 branches, hire 2,500 as expansion shifts west
Indian Bank plans to open approximately one hundred new branches this year. The bank will also increase its workforce by about two thousand five hundred personnel. This expansion aims to strengthen its presence in Central and Western regions. Asset quality management remains a focus, with targets for reducing NPAs.
HDFC Bank weighing deputy MD Bharucha, outsider for CEO, sources say
HDFC Bank is preparing to pick a new CEO as Sashidhar Jagdishan plans to retire this October. The bank is currently looking at both internal and external names for the top post.
HDFC Bank weighing deputy MD Bharucha, outsider for CEO: Report
HDFC Bank is considering Kaizad Bharucha as a potential next CEO. The bank is also seeking an external candidate for the top position. This search follows recent leadership changes and governance concerns. Sashidhar Jagdishan's retirement is scheduled for October after his second term. The Reserve Bank of India mus…
HDFC Bank CEO search tests investor confidence, governance
The new CEO will have to assure investors that the bank’s governance systems are robust, with the focus squarely on growing the business at a time when peers are eager to gain ground……