RBI approves ICICI Prudential AMC to acquire up to 9.95% stake in Equitas SFB

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AI summary

RBI has granted permission to ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company along with group entities of ICICI Bank to acquire an aggregate holding of up to 9.95 percent of the paid-up equity capital or voting rights in Equitas Small Finance Bank. The approval was received on February 10, 2026, is valid for one year, and is subject to compliance with the Banking Regulation Act, RBI directions on commercial bank share acquisitions, FEMA, and SEBI regulations. This is a major institutional investment positioned just below the 10 percent regulatory threshold.

Likely market impact

Positive institutional interest near the 10% threshold may improve liquidity and signal confidence in the bank, though the stake is held through group entities.