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RBI's early FCNR(B) deposit scheme closure 'data-driven' or a policy U-turn? Governor Malhotra explains

· 20 August 2026 · 2 min read
RBI's early FCNR(B) deposit scheme closure 'data-driven' or a policy U-turn? Governor Malhotra explains

The Economic Times has reported a new India-focused economy development: “RBI's early FCNR(B) deposit scheme closure 'data-driven' or a policy U-turn? Governor Malhotra explains.” The publisher's feed describes the story as follows: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra defended the FCNR(B) deposit scheme's early closure. He stated the decision was data-driven and a prudent calibration. This move aims to attract $80 billion into India's economy. The central bank cited stronger than expected dollar inflo

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