RBI Clarifies Forex Hedging Rules and Retains Cash Reserve Requirements
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) clarified its recent foreign exchange hedging rules aimed at supporting the rupee. It detailed the scope and calculation of the 20% Foreign Exchange Risk Reserve (FERR), including exemptions for certain hedges and the treatment of options and rolled-over contracts. Despite easing confusion, the RBI maintained the requirement for banks to hold the reserve in cash, which continues to raise concerns about liquidity and hedging costs among lenders. The measures also involve redirecting oil companies' dollar purchases and imposing cash reserve requirements on specific FX hedges.
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economictimes broke this story on 15 Oct, 12:08 pm. Other outlets followed.