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LIC stake acquisition in Indian banks

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) approval to increase its holdings in major private sector banks. In August 2026, the RBI authorized LIC to acquire up to 9.99% of HDFC Bank’s paid-up share capital or voting rights. Prior to this, LIC held a 4.11% stake in the lender. Following this, in September 2026, the RBI issued a similar formal approval for LIC to increase its stake in ICICI Bank. According to regulatory filings, the authorization was issued in a letter dated September 4, 2026, allowing LIC to acquire an aggregate holding of up to 9.99% of the lender’s paid-up share capital or voting rights. LIC currently holds a 4.35% stake in ICICI Bank. The approval for ICICI Bank is valid for one year from year, requiring the date of acquisition process to be completed by September 4, 2027, or the authorization letter. permission will be automatically cancelled. The transaction remains subject to various statutory and regulatory conditions.

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