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Banks reduce government debt holdings to boost credit growth

3 Nov 2025 · 18:01 ISTafter close1 source ↓written by the desknot a recommendation

on 17 October: 26.5%
the previous day: 27.3%

Banks in India are liquidating government securities to enhance credit growth as deposit growth slows. The statutory liquidity ratio (SLR) fell to 26.5% on 17 October, down from 27.3% the previous day. This shift may impact liquidity in the banking sector and influence interest rates for borrowers.

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Banks reduce government debt holdings to boost credit growth

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