Economy

RBI Faces $11 Billion Cost for Foreign Deposits Plan Amid Dollar Inflows

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THE BRIEF
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is managing an estimated $11 billion financial obligation linked to its foreign currency deposit schemes.

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Despite the high cost, the central bank is prioritizing the closure of dollar short positions to stabilize the rupee following record FCNR(B) inflows.

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Analysts project that India's Balance of Payments will record a surplus of $60–65 billion for FY27, even with a wider Current Account Deficit.