Effective Liquidity Management: Definition, Importance, and Strategic Approaches
Definition and ImportanceLiquidity management refers to the strategic process by which an organization, particularly a financial institution, ensures the availability of sufficient cash or easily convertible liquid assets to meet its short-term financial obligations. This involves maintaining an optimal balance between holding enough cash to manage day-to-day operations and maximizing returns on surplus funds through…
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Asset Classification and Provisioning Norms in Banks
Overview:Asset classification refers to the process by which banks and financial institutions categorize their loans and advances based on the level of credit risk and potential default. This classification is crucial for determining appropriate provisioning—i.e., the amount banks must set aside from their profits to cover potential loan losses. Adequate provisioning ensures financial stability and…
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RBI Issues Revised Guidelines on Investments in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued the Investment in Alternative Investment Funds (AIF) Directions, 2025, which were released today. These Directions will come into effect on January 1, 2026, or from an earlier date as determined by a Regulated Entity (RE) in accordance with its internal policy. The Directions apply to investments made…
Read article Basel Norms: Scope and Application – Pillar 1, Pillar 2, and Pillar 3
The Basel framework—comprising Basel I, Basel II, and Basel III—establishes international standards for banking regulation, with a primary focus on capital adequacy, risk management, and market discipline. This framework is structured around three mutually reinforcing pillars, designed to promote the safety and soundness of the global banking system. Scope of Application Pillar 1: Minimum Capital…
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Regulatory Capital Adequacy (CRAR) requirements for banks
Sufficient capital is required by banks to absorb any losses that arise during the normal course of their banking operations. A capital requirement (also known as regulatory capital or capital adequacy) of each bank is decided by the banking regulators (Central Banks) to prevent commercial banks from taking excess leverage and becoming insolvent in the…
Prudential norms for Income Recognition, Asset Classification, and provisioning
Prudential norms: The objective of prudential regulation is to protect the stability of the financial system and protect deposits so its main focus is on the safety and soundness of the banking system and on nonbanking financial companies (NBFCs) that take deposits from the public. Provisioning for bad debts under the Health Code-based system for…
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