RBI issues final leverage ratio rules for banks, effective April 2027

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The Reserve Bank of India has announced final leverage ratio requirements for commercial banks, to be implemented starting April 1, 2027. Domestic systemically important banks must maintain a minimum leverage ratio of 4%, while other commercial banks need a ratio of 3.5%. Branches of global systemically important banks will also have specific requirements. Feedback from banks was reviewed and modifications were made before finalizing the rules.