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Reserve Bank of India — Notifications·· 10 days agoSelectedAI score87

RBI requires authorized dealers to maintain a 20% foreign exchange risk reserve for certain INR foreign exchange derivatives

Risk Management and Inter-Bank Dealings - Foreign Exchange Risk Reserve

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RBI requires authorized dealers to maintain a Foreign Exchange Risk Reserve for foreign exchange derivatives involving INR, with a notional amount exceeding USD two million equivalent and used to hedge current account transactions.

Why it matters

The rules clarify the scope of applicable derivatives, the 20% cash reserve ratio, and daily reporting requirements, making it easier for authorized dealers to assess the funding requirements of foreign exchange hedging business.

Source:Reserve Bank of India — Notifications · rbi.org.in