Economy
Record Diaspora Inflows Test RBI's Forex Management Tools
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THE BRIEF
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India has received a record $136.38 billion in forex inflows through FCNR(B) deposits as of August 31, 2026, significantly bolstering the rupee.
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The massive influx is currently testing the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) liquidity management tools as banks struggle to deploy the surplus capital effectively.
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Analysts suggest the RBI may prioritize using these funds to close dollar short positions, further strengthening the currency's stability against global volatility.