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EconomyMonday, 18 May 2026·The Hindu

RBI Discontinues Investment Fluctuation Reserve for Banks

The RBI discontinued the mandatory Investment Fluctuation Reserve (IFR) for banks; existing balances are to be moved to statutory/general reserves.

Key highlights

  • Applies to commercial, cooperative, small finance and payments banks.
  • IFR earlier hedged against mark-to-market depreciation risk.
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