RBI approves LIC to acquire up to 9.99 percent stake in HDFC Bank

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AI summary

RBI has approved Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) to acquire up to 9.99 percent of HDFC Bank's paid-up share capital or voting rights. Currently LIC holds 4.11 percent as on August 14, 2026. This means LIC could increase its stake by about 5.88 percentage points. The approval is subject to compliance with banking and SEBI regulations.

Likely market impact

Positive sentiment as a major institutional investor gets approval to raise its stake closer to the 10 percent regulatory limit.