Top 10 Bank Promising Best Interest Rates On 1-Year Fixed Deposits In 2021

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No matter if you are investing for short-term, mid-term, or long-term, investing in fixed deposits of banks, post office, or corporates gives you the flexibility to meet all types of personal financial goals. When it comes to making investments for the short-term let’s say for 1-Year, investing in savings accounts, recurring deposits, debt instruments, treasury securities, money market funds, and so on can be the best bet. But for short-term investments, debt instruments are the best fit for your portfolio. As no one will want to take risks in the short term, investing in fixed deposits is the most preferred bet to invest under the debt category for assured returns and also for the benefit of insurance cover provided by DICGC. So if you are an investor with a low-risk appetite and want to invest for 1-year or less than 1-Year, here are the top 10 banks that are promising the best interest rates on fixed deposits (below Rs 2 Cr) in 2021.

Top 10 Private Banks Offering Higher Returns On 1-Year Fixed Deposits In 2021

Top 10 Private Banks Offering Higher Returns On 1-Year Fixed Deposits In 2021

Based on higher returns for both regular and senior citizens, here we have compiled the top 10 private sector banks that are currently promising best interest rates on 1-year fixed deposits.

Sr No. Banks Regular FD Rates Senior Citizen FD Rates W.e.f.
1 RBL Bank 6.10% 6.60% July 2, 2021
2 IndusInd Bank 6.00% 6.50% July 23, 2021
3 DCB Bank 5.70% 6.20% May 15, 2021
4 Yes Bank 5.25% 5.75% June 3, 2021
5 IDFC First Bank 5.25% 5.75% May 1, 2021
6 HDFC Bank 4.90% 5.40% May 21, 2021
7 Bandhan Bank 4.50% 5.25% June 7,2021
8 Kotak Mahindra Bank 4.50% 5.00% July 23,2021
9 ICICI Bank 4.40% 4.90% October 21,2020
10 Axis Bank 4.40% 4.65% June 6, 2021
Source: Bank Websites

Top 10 Public Sector Banks Promising Higher Returns On Fixed Deposits For 1-Year

Top 10 Public Sector Banks Promising Higher Returns On Fixed Deposits For 1-Year

Here are our hand-picked top 10 commercial banks that are currently promising higher interest rates on 1-year fixed deposits in 2021.

Sr No. Banks Regular FD Rates Senior Citizen FD Rates W.e.f.
1 Canara Bank 5.20% 5.70% 08.02.2021
2 Punjab & Sind Bank 5.15% 5.65% 16.05.2021
3 Punjab National Bank 5.10% 5.60% 01.05.2021
4 Union Bank of India 5.00% 5.50% 09.07.2021
5 Indian Bank 5.00% 5.50% 05.02.2021
6 IDBI Bank 5.00% 5.50% July 14, 2021
7 Bank of Baroda 4.90% 5.40% 16.11.2020
8 Indian Overseas Bank 4.90% 5.40% 09.11.2020
9 Central Bank of India 4.90% 5.40% 10.07.2021
10 State Bank of India 4.40% 4.90% 08.01.2021
Source: Bank Websites

Top 10 Small Finance Banks Offering Higher Returns On 1-Year FDs In 2021

Top 10 Small Finance Banks Offering Higher Returns On 1-Year FDs In 2021

Keeping deposit security up to Rs 5 lakh provided by DICGC and higher interest rates in mind, here we have picked up the top 10 small finance banks that are promising higher returns on 1-year fixed deposits.

Sr No. Banks Regular FD Rates Senior Citizen FD Rates W.e.f.
1 Ujjivan Small Finance Bank 6.50% 7.00% March 5, 2021
2 ESAF Small Finance Bank 6.50% 7.00% 02.05.2021
3 Equitas Small Finance Bank 6.35% 6.85% June 1, 2021
4 Jana Small Finance Bank 6.25% 6.75% 07.05.2021
5 Utkarsh Small Finance Bank 6.25% 6.75% July 1, 2021
6 Suryoday Small Finance Bank 5.75% 5.75% June 21, 2021
7 Fincare Small Finance Bank 5.60% 6.10% May 17, 2021
8 Capital Small Finance Bank 5.10% 5.60% June 3, 2021
9 AU Small Finance Bank 5.00% 5.50% June 23, 2021
10 North East Small Finance Bank 5.00% 5.50% April 19, 2021
Source: Bank Websites

Story first published: Tuesday, July 27, 2021, 11:21 [IST]



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Rupee inches 7 paise higher to 74.35 against US dollar in early trade

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The Indian rupee gained 7 paise and touched 74.35 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, tracking positive domestic equities.

Forex traders said the rupee is trading in a narrow range as investors are awaiting cues from the US Fed’s policy decision due on Wednesday.

At the interbank foreign exchange, the domestic unit opened at 74.36 against the dollar, then inched higher to 74.35, registering a gain of 7 paise over its previous close. On Monday, the rupee had settled at 74.42 against the US dollar.

Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading 0.05 per cent down at 92.60, as traders and investors will look to cues from the Fed’s policy decision, due on Wednesday.

Asian currencies have started marginally stronger against the greenback this Tuesday morning and could lend support, Reliance Securities said in a research note.

Also read: Rupee drops by 2 paise to 74.42

On the domestic equity market front, BSE Sensex was trading 119.08 points or 0.23 per cent higher at 52,971.35, while the broader NSE Nifty advanced 49.95 points or 0.32 per cent to 15,874.40.

Meanwhile, foreign institutional investors were net sellers in the capital market on Monday as they offloaded shares worth ₹2,376.79 crore, as per exchange data.

Global oil benchmark Brent crude futures advanced 0.48 per cent to USD 74.86 per barrel.

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Trifecta Capital announces first close of Trifecta Leaders Fund-I at ₹1,000 crore

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Trifecta Capital on Tuesday announced the first close of its late-stage venture capital fund — Trifecta Leaders Fund – I, with commitments of over ₹1,000 crore (about $130 million).

The fund was launched three months ago and has a target corpus of ₹1,500 crore ($200 million).

“The first close has seen strong participation from domestic investors including large corporates, insurance companies, marquee family offices, ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNIs), and entrepreneurs,” a statement said.

Existing investors of Trifecta Capital’s venture debt funds have also made significant investments in this fund, it added.

For the balance ₹500 crore (about $70 million), the firm is in discussions with several domestic and global institutional investors, the statement noted.

Trifecta Leaders Fund – I will invest ₹100-200 crore ($15-30 million) each in around 10-12 companies for minority stakes, through a combination of primary and secondary positions.

The fund will cater to the unmet needs of late-stage companies by providing off-cycle liquidity to early investors, angels, current and former employees including consolidation of equity cap tables, the statement said.

The fund has also set-up an advisory board comprising global tech experts who will support portfolio companies as they navigate their path to liquidity.

Portfolio companies

Trifecta Capital, across its two venture debt funds, has invested in over 75 companies and its portfolio now comprises of 20 unicorns and soonicorns including Big Basket, Pharmeasy, Cars24, Vedantu, Infra.Market, ShareChat, DailyHunt, UrbanCompany, CarDekho, Blackbuck, Ninjacart, NoBroker, Kreditbee, Dehaat, Turtlemint, Livspace, Mobikwik, Ixigo and BharatPe amongst several others.

These companies cumulatively valued at $22 billion have raised over $8 billion in equity.

Since inception, Trifecta Capital has deployed over ₹2,000 crore ($275 million).

“Through this new fund, we aim to provide investors access to the value creation opportunity in the last leg of private to public journey of tech companies.

“With strong institutional investor interest in India internet, we expect listings of several large well known startups, and creation of liquidity for existing investors as these companies tap the public markets for their longer term financing needs,” Trifecta Capital Managing Partner Rahul Khanna said.

He added that Trifecta Leaders Fund-I is an attractive opportunity for investors who have so far been unable to access these great companies since they are predominantly funded by offshore VC and PE funds.

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Glenmark Life Sciences IPO Opens Today: Should You Subscribe?

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1. IPO details:

The company through the IPO will look to mobilize Rs. 1513.6 crore. Price band for the issue is pegged between Rs. 695-720 per share

IPO offer period: July 27- July 29

BRLM: Kotak Mahindra Capital Company, BofA Securities India and Goldman Sachs (India) Securities are the global co-ordinators and book-running lead managers to the offer.

Issue details: Fresh issuance of 1.47 crore equity shares and an offer for sale of up to 63 lakh equity shares by promoter Glenmark Pharmaceuticals.

Market lot: 20 equity shares and retail investors can apply for up to 13 lots. Up to 35% of the quota is reserved for retail investor class.

2.	About the company:

2. About the company:

Glenmark Life Sciences is a leading developer and manufacturer of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). The company is a fully owned subsidiary of Glenmark Pharmaceuticals. The company works with 16 of the 20 largest generic companies globally. (Source: A Year of Surprises Shakes Up Off-Patent Industry” | Informa, 2020)

The company provides APIs for cardiovascular disease (CVS), central nervous system disease (CNS), pain management and diabetes.

The company’s portfolio comprises 120 APIs and through employing innovative approach as well as operational excellence for delivering reliability as well as consistent product quality. Powered by its massive, world-class manufacturing and research capabilities, the company supplies high-quality APIs to over 540 pharma companies in multiple countries.

3.	Issue objectives:

3. Issue objectives:

As per the Business Purchase Agreement (BPA), the company will use the mobilized funds for payment of outstanding purchase price to the promoter for the spin-off of the API business from the promoter into the company amounting to as much as Rs. 800 crore, financing capital expenditure requirements (Rs 152.76 crore), and for general corporate purposes.

4.	Financials and Grey market premium:

4. Financials and Grey market premium:

Glenmark Life Sciences for the Fy21 period logged a net profit of Rs 351.58 crore and revenue of Rs 1,885.16 crore.

In the grey market or market for unlisted securities, shares of Glenmark Life Science are available at a premium of Rs. 110 per share, which indicate the shares of Glenmark Life Science on listing may provide good listing gains.

5. Brokerage recommendations on Glenmark Life Sciences' IPO:

5. Brokerage recommendations on Glenmark Life Sciences’ IPO:

Ashika Research has given a ‘Subscribe’ rating to the IPO issue of Glenmark IPO considering the fact that In terms of the valuations, on the higher price band, GLS demands a P/E multiple of 25.1x based on FY21 post issue fully diluted EPS. Almost all listed peers are trading in the range of 30x – 60x and industry average is at 40x. GLS is valued at discount to peers. Thus, issue appears attractive for investment, said Ashika Research. Further on the financials the brokerage said its performance has been quite impressive on all counts. Revenue and EBITDA recorded a CAGR growth of 15.8% and 17.3%, respectively through FY18- FY21, its net profit recorded a 9.6% CAGR over the same period. EBITDA margin has remained stable at ~31%.

ICICI Securities has given a ‘Subscribe’ rating to the IPO issue of Glenmark Life giving the rationale that priced at FY21 EV/EBITDA of 14.7x on upper band. GLS has a good performance execution and clean regulatory track record. The company is also a leading developer and manufacturer of select high value, non-commoditised APIs in chronic therapies and works with 16 of the 20 largest generic companies globally. The growth momentum also has a strong undercurrent of global API industry growth. We recommend SUBSCRIBE to the issue, added the brokerage research firm.

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3 Stocks To Buy With Strong Support, Says ICICI Securities

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3 Stocks To Buy With Strong Support, Says ICICI Securities

Company Buy Target Price in Rs. CMP Time frame LTP
SKF India 3300 2839.75 1 year 2832
Crompton Greaves 540 467.75 1 year 470
United Spirits 770 657.65 1 year 656.8

SKF India

SKF India

SKF India is a renowned bearing manufacturer that specializes in deep groove ball bearings and has a presence in the industrial and automotive sectors.

SKF India Results:

SKF announced strong Q1FY22 performance. Revenue for the quarter was Rs 693.5 crore (I-direct estimate: Rs 638.3 crore), up 130.2 percent year over year but down 18.2 percent quarter over quarter.

In Q1FY22, EBITDA was Rs 113.8 crore, down 23.3 percent from the previous quarter. With a tax rate of 25.2 percent, subsequent PAT in Q1FY22 stood at Rs 79.1 crore.

“SKF has been making strides towards innovation and R&D and has made significant inroads in REP. Going ahead, a recovery in auto, upcoming e-market & commencement of DFC should augur well for the company. Build-in revenue, EBIDTA, PAT CAGR of 18.6%, 22.2%, 25.2% respectively Target Price and Valuation: We value SKF at Rs 3300 i.e. 35x P/E on FY23E EP,” ICICI said in its research report.

  • CMP: Rs 2852
  • Target: Rs 3300 (16%)
  • Target Period: 12 months

SKP India: Key triggers for future price performance

SKP India: Key triggers for future price performance

  • The auto industry’s recovery should help the manufacturing sector.
  • The upcoming DFC in mid-CY22, which will push out Class K bearings, as well as metro developments in 25-26 new cities, would give the industrial industry a boost.
  • A new e-market is set to launch, with the goal of increasing reach and market share while also reducing counterfeit products.

Alternate Stock Idea:

In addition to SKF, we like NRB Bearings in our capital goods coverage. It is based on needle roller bearings, which are commonly used in automobiles. BUY with a price target of Rs 175 per share, it added.

Crompton Greaves Consumer

Crompton Greaves Consumer

Crompton Greaves Consumer (CGCEL) is one of India’s largest fast moving electrical goods (FMEG) companies, with a 78 percent revenue share in electrical consumer durables and lighting (22 percent of revenue).

With a value market share of 24 percent in the domestic fan sector, it is the market leader.

With a three-year average RoE and RoCE of 34% and 39%, respectively, and a strict working capital management, the balance sheet is robust.

Crompton Greaves Consumer Q1FY22 Results:

  • Higher other costs slowed the EBITDA margin’s recovery.
  • Revenue increased by 46% year on year to Rs 1050 crore (down 31 percent QoQ) Price increases (5-6 percent )
  • A better product mix helps to keep gross margins consistent year over year.
  • However, higher advertising costs and other costs resulted in a 215 basis point EBITDA margin reduction to 12% YoY. PAT climbed by 27% year on year to Rs 95 crore, in line with topline growth.

“CGCEL’s share price has grown by ~3x in the past five years (from ~| 157 in July 2016 to ~| 467 levels in July 2021). We maintain our BUY rating on the stock Target Price and Valuation: We value CGCEL at Rs 540 i.e. 45x P/E on FY23E EPS,” according to ICICI securities.

  • CMP: Rs 468
  • Target: Rs 540 (16%)
  • Target Period: 12 months

Crompton Greaves Consumer: Key triggers for future price performance

Crompton Greaves Consumer: Key triggers for future price performance

  • Under the government’s main plan, PMAY, 1.7 crore new dwellings will be built and 20 million water pumps will be replaced.
  • Home appliance demand is boosted by KUSUM, urbanisation, and rising ambition. In the next five years, add dealers in locations with populations of 10 to 100 thousand people.
  • Focus on premium product introductions to drive margins.
  • In FY21-23E, model sales and earnings CAGRs are 17 percent and 10%, respectively.

Alternate Stock Idea:

In addition to CGCEL, we enjoy Havells in the same area. The restoration of Lloyds revenues and increase in margins would be a trigger for Havells’ future revenue growth. BUY with a price objective of Rs 1345.

United Spirits

United Spirits

United Spirits (USL) is India’s largest alcoholic beverage firm and a part of Diageo plc, the world’s largest alcoholic beverage corporation. Johnnie Walker, Black Dog, Black & White, Vat 69, Antiquity, Signature, Royal Challenge, McDowell’s No 1, Smirnoff, and Captain Morgan are among the premium liquor brands it produces and sells.

Q1FY22 Results:

  • USL had a strong first quarter of FY22. Revenues were up 57 percent year over year, with volumes up 61 percent to 15.8 million cases.
  • In Q1FY22, EBITDA was Rs 168 crore, with margins of 10.4%. (vs. loss of Rs 78 crore in Q1FY21)
  • As a result of the extraordinary loss of Rs 36 crore, subsequent PAT was at Rs 69 crore (vs. a loss of Rs 215 crore).

“USL with its new CEO (earlier stint ~2.5 years as MD, Diageo Africa Emerging Markets) is charting a newer course for its next leg of growth (focus on building newer alliances for growth and stability of supplies, strategic review of popular brands to get finished in December, 2021). We remain positive on the long term growth prospects of the stock and maintain our BUY recommendation Target Price and Valuation: We value USL at Rs 770 i.e. 46x P/E on FY23E EPS,” ICICI said in its report.

  • CMP: Rs 655
  • Target: Rs 770 (18%)
  • Target Period: 12 months

United Spirits: Key triggers for future price performance

United Spirits: Key triggers for future price performance

  • Double-digit return ratios and substantial cash generation are expected in the future.
  • Newer distribution channels (e-commerce) and portable packaging (Hipster) are expected to engage with a younger client base.

Alternate Stock Idea

Apart from USL, we remain bullish on Radico. It has been reporting volume growth well ahead of the industry and is planning to enter the premium whisky category. It has been steadily reducing its overall net-debt from a peak of Rs 950 crore in FY21 to Rs 198 crore in FY21, and generated Rs 380 crore in CFO.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer

Stock investing is risky, and investors must exercise caution. Neither Greynium Information Technologies Pvt Ltd nor the author are liable for any losses caused as a result of decisions made based on the information provided in this article. Investors should exercise prudence while the markets have reached new highs. Please seek professional advice before investing large sums of money.



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Amazon denies any plans to accept Bitcoin as payments, but shows interest in cryptocurrency, BFSI News, ET BFSI

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NEW YORK: Amazon on Monday denied a report that the e-commerce giant planned to begin accepting Bitcoin payments by the end of this year, but acknowledged an interest in cryptocurrency.

City AM cited as unnamed insider as saying Amazon would start taking cryptocurrency, citing a recent job posting by the company for someone with digital currency and blockchain skills.

Contacted by AFP, an Amazon spokesperson said information in the story was “fabricated,” but that the company does have its eyes on the cryptocurrency sector.

“Not withstanding our interest in the space, the speculation that has ensued around our specific plans for cryptocurrencies is not true,” the spokesperson said.

“We remain focused on what this could look like for customers shopping on Amazon.”

Cryptocurrency values climbed on speculation that it might be accepted for Amazon purchases.

“We’re inspired by the innovation happening in the cryptocurrency space and are exploring what this could look like at Amazon,” the spokesperson said.

“We believe the future will be built on new technologies that enable modern, fast, and inexpensive payments, and hope to bring that future to Amazon customers as soon as possible.”

After dipping from early May to mid-July, Bitcoin briefly rose above $40,000 on Monday before losing ground. It was trading at $37,209 about 2300 GMT on Monday.

The cryptocurrency sector is known as a bit of a roller coaster ride for investors, and is being watched warily by authorities and regulators concerned about its lack of transparency.

Backlash by governments caused Facebook to scale back plans unveiled in 2019 for a global cryptocurrency called “Libra.”

The project, entrusted to an independent association, has shifted to fielding “Diem” stablecoins, a type of cryptocurrency whose value is based on select real-world currencies.

Amazon handles hundreds of billions of dollars in transactions annually, making it a huge marketplace for cryptocurrency to make a debut as legal tender.



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UK digital bank Starling buys lender Fleet Mortgages, BFSI News, ET BFSI

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British digital bank Starling said on Monday it has acquired specialist buy-to-let mortgage lender Fleet Mortgages in a 50 million pound ($68.93 million) cash and share deal.

Starling said the deal was part of a wider plan to expand lending, including through further mergers and acquisitions.

Fleet Mortgages – which has around 1.75 billion pounds of mortgages under management – will retain its brand and management team.

“The acquisition of Fleet Mortgages is the start of our move into mortgages as an asset class,” Starling CEO Anne Boden said.

The takeover comes days after Starling said it was on track for full-year profitability after narrowing its losses, and confirmed it could float on the stock market as soon as next year.

Launched in 2017, Starling is one of Britain’s most prominent financial technology companies and has fared better than some of its peers by expanding its business lending through state-backed pandemic schemes.

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Franklin Templeton MF: SC says SAT direction of ₹250-crore deposit is ‘fair’

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The Supreme Court has allowed Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund (FTMF) to deposit ₹250 crore into an escrow account instead of ₹512 crore as earlier directed by SEBI.

In June, the market regulator had asked FTMF to return nearly ₹512 crore it had collected as management and advisory fees since June 2018 on its six debt schemes that were shut down last year. Further, SEBI had banned the fund from launching any new debt schemes for two years.

Debt MFs: SEBI moots swing pricing

But the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) stayed the SEBI penalty after Franklin Templeton challenged the market regulator’s order. SAT also found the SEBI penalty ‘excessive’ and directed FTMF to deposit ₹250 crore in an escrow account till the case is disposed of. SEBI had challenged this in the top court.

SEBI argued that reducing the penalty amount will set a precedent because its decision to ask the company to return ₹512 crore was based on facts and statistics.

However, the Bench of Justices Abdul Nazeer and Krishna Murari said that the court will not interfere with the SAT order. “Four weeks further time is given to SEBI before SAT, Mumbai. We direct SAT to dispose of the matter expeditiously as possible,” the Supreme Court said.

FTMF submitted that it would not launch any new debt schemes till the matter is disposed of by SAT.

Franklin Templeton: Suspended debt schemes to pay Rs 3,303 crore

‘A drop in the ocean’

“The SC feels that ₹250 crore is enough. But the real question is how will this help the investors. The amount is just a drop in the ocean against what FTMF owes its investors. Also, ₹250 crore is peanuts versus the adjustments that FTMF has done in its books,” said Anil Jain, a chartered accountant and investor litigating the case in the Supreme Court.

Jain says that ₹512 crore that SEBI had asked FTMF to deposit was based on the NAV adjustments done by the fund house and it was the clawback amount that would have come to the unitholders. “There is a huge difference in the NAV of the six debt schemes that FTMF had given in April 2020, when the schemes were shut, versus the NAV they gave out recently. Of the ₹512 crore, ₹452 crore was clawback amount and ₹60 crore the interest on it. After a scheme is shut, rules do not provide for daily NAV adjustments. Investors say FTMF on its own resorted to declaring NAV adjustments even after the schemes were shut and brought down the valuation and thereby influenced the clawback amount,” Jain says.

Franklin Templeton declined to comment on the Supreme Court order.

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PSBs vacating branches open doors for other lenders

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The move by five public sector banks to reduce their branch numbers is proving godsend for lenders looking to expand their network.

The branches being vacated by Bank of Baroda (BoB), Punjab National Bank (PNB), Canara Bank, Union Bank of India (UBI) and Indian Bank have opened the doors to ready-made premises for other lenders. For the latter set, network expansion happens faster, at reasonable costs (as owners of these premises are desperate to rent them out) and without the hassle of re-doing interiors.

To cut down on operating expenses, the five PSBs have been merging or rationalising branches after the amalgamation of banks with them.

AS Rajeev, MD & CEO, Bank of Maharashtra, observed, 25-30 per cent of the branches opened by BoM last year were in the premises vacated by the PSBs. “The rent is comparatively less. That is why our rent outgo is not increasing despite the rise in the number of branches,” he said. BoM, which opened 82 branches last year, plans to open about 100 in FY22.

BK Divakara, CFO, CSB Bank, noted that 30-40 branches opened in 2020 and so far this year have been at premises vacated by a PSB. Divakara said the bank opened 101 branches last year and plans to open 200 this year.

CSB Bank actively scouts for ready-to-move premises being vacated by PSBs to avoid overlap of branches. These premises usually come with a strong-room (constructed to central bank specifications), counters and furnishings.

Branch rationalisation

After the amalgamation of Dena Bank and Vijaya Bank with BoB on April 1, 2019, the latter merged or rationalised 1,310 branches.

PNB rationalised about 430 branches after Oriental Bank of Commerce and United Bank of India were merged with it from April 1, 2020.

Canara Bank merged or closed 105 branches after taking over Syndicate Bank on April 1, 2020.

Union Bank of India merged or closed 275 branches after the amalgamation of Andhra Bank and Corporation Bank with it from April 1, 2020.

Indian Bank rationalised 203 branches after absorbing Allahabad Bank from April 1, 2020.

 

 

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The move by five public sector banks to reduce their branch numbers is proving godsend for lenders looking to expand their network.

The branches being vacated by Bank of Baroda (BoB), Punjab National Bank (PNB), Canara Bank, Union Bank of India (UBI) and Indian Bank have opened the doors to ready-made premises for other lenders. For the latter set, network expansion happens faster, at reasonable costs (as owners of these premises are desperate to rent them out) and without the hassle of re-doing interiors.

To cut down on operating expenses, the five PSBs have been merging or rationalising branches after the amalgamation of banks with them.

AS Rajeev, MD & CEO, Bank of Maharashtra, observed, 25-30 per cent of the branches opened by BoM last year were in the premises vacated by the PSBs. “The rent is comparatively less. That is why our rent outgo is not increasing despite the rise in the number of branches,” he said. BoM, which opened 82 branches last year, plans to open about 100 in FY22.

BK Divakara, CFO, CSB Bank, noted that 30-40 branches opened in 2020 and so far this year have been at premises vacated by a PSB. Divakara said the bank opened 101 branches last year and plans to open 200 this year.

CSB Bank actively scouts for ready-to-move premises being vacated by PSBs to avoid overlap of branches. These premises usually come with a strong-room (constructed to central bank specifications), counters and furnishings.

Branch rationalisation

After the amalgamation of Dena Bank and Vijaya Bank with BoB on April 1, 2019, the latter merged or rationalised 1,310 branches.

PNB rationalised about 430 branches after Oriental Bank of Commerce and United Bank of India were merged with it from April 1, 2020.

Canara Bank merged or closed 105 branches after taking over Syndicate Bank on April 1, 2020.

Union Bank of India merged or closed 275 branches after the amalgamation of Andhra Bank and Corporation Bank with it from April 1, 2020.

Indian Bank rationalised 203 branches after absorbing Allahabad Bank from April 1, 2020.

 

 

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