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RBI Annual Report 2024-25: Key Highlights and Economic Insights

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RBI Annual Report 2024-25: Key Highlights and Economic Insights

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Report ReleaseRBI's Annual Report for FY 2024-25 released under Section 53(2) of the RBI Act, 1934.
Balance Sheet₹76.25 lakh crore as of March 31, 2025 (up 8.21% from ₹70.47 lakh crore). Major growth in gold holdings (52.09%) and domestic investments (14.32%).
Income & ExpenditureTotal income: ₹3.38 lakh crore (22.77% increase). Expenditure: ₹69,714 crore (7.76% increase). Surplus transfer: ₹2.69 lakh crore to the Central Government. Contingency Fund: ₹44,861 crore added.
Currency CirculationCurrency-to-GDP ratio fell to 11.2%. Currency in circulation grew by 5.8%. ₹500 note most used.
Digital PaymentsRetail digital payments grew 17.9% in value and 35% in volume. Digital Rupee (CBDC) circulation value grew 334% to ₹1,016.5 crore.
Foreign InvestmentFPI in corporate bonds rose 11.4% to ₹1.21 lakh crore. Investment limit usage declined to 15.8%.
Currency Printing₹6,373 crore spent on currency printing (25% increase). Rise in counterfeit ₹500 notes (37.3%) and ₹200 notes (13.9%).
Economic GrowthReal GDP growth projected at 6.5% for FY26. Banking and corporate sectors remain healthy.
InflationRBI aims for 4% inflation, contingent on normal monsoons, stable food supply, and global oil prices. Risks from climate change and geopolitical tensions.
CybersecurityProposed 'bank.in' domain for verified banking websites. UPI advancements: 'UPI Circle', pre-approved credit lines, and international payment integration.
Gold ReservesGold holdings increased by 54.13 metric tonnes, valued at ₹4.32 lakh crore (57.12% rise).
Bank FraudsTotal fraud value tripled to ₹36,014 crore due to legacy cases. Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) showed improved credit growth, capital strength, and reduced NPAs.
Household SavingsGross financial savings rose to 11.2% of income, net savings up to 5.1%.
Capital MarketCompanies raised ₹2.2 lakh crore via QIPs and preferential shares, ₹2.1 lakh crore via IPOs, FPOs, and rights issues.
Rupee in Global TradeNRIs and foreigners can hold INR accounts abroad. LCS agreements signed with UAE, Indonesia, Maldives, Mauritius.
International TradeIndia's trade supported by 14 FTAs and 6 PTAs. Ongoing talks with USA, EU, Oman, Peru for new trade deals.

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