RBI Advances Closure of FCNR(B) Forex Swap Facility After Strong Inflows
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to close its special forex swap facility for Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) or FCNR(B) deposits early, moving the deadline to August 31, 2026, from the original September 30. This decision follows strong foreign currency inflows of USD 52.3 billion through FCNR(B) deposits and a total of USD 56.85 billion including ECBs and OFCBs as of August 13. Swaps against these deposits can be availed until September 11, while the swap facility for ECBs and OFCBs will continue until December 31, 2026. The move aims to manage forex inflows amid encouraging response and to support liquidity and financial stability.
First-hand measurement across 14 sources
We measured how 14 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (53/100). Lens Score 40/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
businessstandard broke this story on 14 Aug, 12:42 pm. Other outlets followed.