Emirates NBD to invest $1.7 billion in RBL Bank, seeks majority control

Emirates NBD gets ready with $ 1.7 billion cheque to buy majority control of RBL Bank Emirates NBD Bank is in advanced talks to invest Rs 15,000 cr in RBL Bank, aiming to become its largest shareholder with a 51% stake. The deal, pending RBI approval, will expand the UAE bank's Asian footprint and tap into the India-Middle East remittance market. RBL Bank's share price has surged in anticipation of this significant foreign investment. Emirates NBD Bank PJSC, the second-largest bank in the UAE, is in advanced negotiations with RBL Bank to finalise a Rs 15,000 crore ($1.7 billion) investment and emerge as the single largest and controlling shareholder at the Indian private lender, said people involved in the matter.... https://lnkd.in/dZXVQuJr RBL Bank Emirates NBD بنك الإمارات دبي الوطني #Dubai #UAE #India #Banking arijit barman Via https://lnkd.in/fc5MgJX

Big Move in the Indian Banking Sector! Emirates NBD, one of the largest banks in the UAE, is reportedly set to invest $1.7 billion (₹15,000 crore) to acquire a 51% majority stake in RBL Bank. ✅ This could become one of the largest foreign investments in an Indian private bank. ✅ Strategic entry into the India–Middle East remittance corridor. ✅ Significant boost to RBL Bank’s capital base and growth potential. ✅ Shows strong global confidence in India’s banking sector. 📈 RBL Bank’s share price has already surged in anticipation of this deal! If approved by RBI, this move could reshape the competitive landscape of Indian private banking. 💭 What do you think—Will this trigger more international investments in Indian banks? #Banking #Finance #MergersAndAcquisitions #Investment #IndiaBanking #EmiratesNBD #RBLBank #FDI #FinancialMarkets #BusinessNews

Emirates NBD to Acquire 51% Stake in RBL Bank for Rs 15,000 Cr Shares of RBL Bank Ltd is in the spotlight on Tuesday following reports that Emirates NBD Bank, the UAE’s second-largest lender, is in advanced talks to invest around ₹15,000 crore ($1.7 billion) in the Indian private lender. The deal aims to make Emirates NBD the single largest shareholder with a 51% controlling stake in RBL Bank. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gMt7j2eC RBL Bank Reserve Bank of India (RBI) #EmiratesNBD #RBLBank #bankingacquisition #Indiafinance #foreigninvestment

Emirates NBD eyes controlling stake in RBL Bank with $1.7 billion investment deal: Report. The bank reported a standalone net profit of Rs 200.33 crore for the quarter ended June 2025, compared to Rs 371.52 crore in the same period last year. Net Interest Income fell 13% to Rs 1,481 crore, while Net Interest Margin dropped to 4.50%. http://ow.ly/2fQ9106oeiV

RBL Bank: Emirates NBD set to buy a controlling stake in thea bnk. Dubai-based lender to buy around 60% stake in the bank for approximately $3 billion as per the sources to NDTV Profit. The transaction to be entirely done on fresh equity basis.

🏦 Emirates NBD set to invest ₹15,000 crore ($1.7B) in RBL Bank — India’s next big banking deal In a landmark cross-border banking move, Emirates NBD, the UAE’s second-largest bank, is in advanced talks to invest ₹15,000 crore in RBL Bank, potentially acquiring a 51% controlling stake through preferential allotment and an open offer. The RBI has reportedly given in-principle approval for the change in control — a rare green light for a foreign bank to take majority ownership in an Indian lender. 🔹 Why it matters: The deal would be among the top 3 banking M&As in India’s history. It signals rising foreign investor confidence in India’s private banking sector. Emirates NBD gains a strong foothold in the India–Gulf remittance market, a $38.7B corridor dominated by UAE-based Indians. 🔹 Market context: RBL’s stock has soared 83% YTD, reflecting optimism after years of volatility. The bank has recently strengthened its fundamentals, with retail secured loans up 29% and CASA+retail deposits rising to 66% of total deposits. 🔹 Strategic angle: This move underscores a broader trend — foreign banks deepening exposure to India, following recent deals by Japan’s SMBC (Yes Bank) and MUFG (Shriram Finance). 💡Big Picture: This could redefine foreign participation in India’s banking space — blending capital strength, regional partnerships, and regulatory flexibility in one high-stakes play. #Banking #IndiaUAE #MergersAndAcquisitions #FinancialServices #Investment #RBLBank #EmiratesNBD #IndianEconomy

#MarketToday | RBL Bank shares in focus as UAE's 2nd largest lender looks to buy 51% stake. RBL bank deal: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is said to have already granted in-principle approval for the change of control. http://ow.ly/FvZJ106og6I

Emirates NBD Bank is in advanced talks to invest Rs 15,000 crore in RBL Bank, aiming to become its largest shareholder with a 51% stake. The deal, pending RBI approval, will expand the UAE bank's Asian footprint and tap into the India-Middle East...

Emirates NBD Eyes Control Stake in RBL Bank Emirates NBD (UAE) is reportedly in advanced discussions to infuse ₹15,000 crore (~USD 1.7 billion) into RBL Bank via a preferential allotment and warrants, making it the single largest shareholder with an intended 51% stake. This will be followed by an open offer for an additional 26% stake to comply with market regulations. The capital infusion is intended as a primary investment, aimed at recapitalising RBL and strengthening its balance sheet, rather than acquiring existing shares. RBL’s share price has surged — it is up ~6.6% in the past month and ~83% year-to-date — reflecting market anticipation of the deal. Implications for India’s Banking / NBFC Landscape Foreign capital flows into private banks are being revived. The move signals renewed confidence by Gulf / UAE players in Indian banking. Regulatory flexibility: While FDI norms generally cap individual foreign shareholding and voting rights, precedents exist (e.g. Fairfax/CSB, DBS/Lakshmi Vilas Bank). For NBFCs: This deal may spur interest in strategic partnerships, consolidation, or minority equity investments into well-positioned NBFCs. Competitive dynamics: Gulf-India remittance corridors are key. A UAE bank having a strong retail / remittances foothold in India would create pressure for domestic players to enhance their cross-border services. Capital adequacy & stability: The infusion would improve RBL’s capital ratios, improving confidence among depositors, creditors, and markets. https://lnkd.in/gS5d5iW9

Middle East banking giant Emirates NBD has held discussions to potentially purchase a majority stake in listed domestic private sector bank – RBL Bank, as per sources. Both parties have been in talks for the past few months and Emirates NBD is keen on picking up more than 51 per cent stake in RBL Bank. They feel it’s a good asset and are pursuing the deal for commercial reasons. The terms of the deal have not been finalized as yet and the ongoing talks may or may not necessarily turn into an eventual transaction. Interestingly, public shareholders own 100 per cent of RBL Bank, which does not have any entity in the promoter category. Earlier media reports had indicated that Emirates NBD was eyeing a minority stake in RBL Bank. Incidentally, Emirates NBD has also been linked earlier with the divestment process of state-owned IDBI Bank. source/hellobanker.in