RBI blocks SBI's stake increase in Investec joint venture

1 Nov 2025 · 07:02 ISTpre-market1 source ↓written by the desknot a recommendation

with Investec: 20% to 40%

The Reserve Bank of India has rejected SBI Capital Markets' request to raise its stake in its joint venture with Investec from 20% to 40%. The regulator cited concerns over overlapping business activities within SBI’s group. This decision may impact SBI's strategic plans in the institutional equities market.

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RBI blocks SBI's stake increase in Investec joint venture

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