FCNR(B) deposits could boost banks’ return on equity despite a mild impact on net interest margins, according to Anand Rathi. Exemptions from reserve requirements, capital-efficient lending and longer tenors could improve returns. The brokerage analysed four scenarios, including deposit costs, leverage and rising rates, to assess the scheme’s benefits.
FCNR(B) deposits could boost banks’ return on equity despite a mild impact on net interest margins, according to Anand Rathi. Exemptions from reserve requirements, capital-efficient lending and longer tenors could improve returns. The brokerage analysed four scenarios, including deposit costs, leverage and rising rates, to assess the scheme’s benefits.
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