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May 29, 2007
Select Aspects of the Indian Economy
Governor Fukui and friends, I am honoured by the kind invitation of Governor Fukui to visit your esteemed bank. We, in the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), deeply appreciate the gesture. Governor Toshihiko Fukui is highly respected in various central banks’ fora for his depth of knowledge, wisdom and very transparent expositions on the economy of Japan and the Bank of Japan’s policies. We look forward to Governor Fukui's acceptance of our invitation to him to visit the Re
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Governor Fukui and friends, I am honoured by the kind invitation of Governor Fukui to visit your esteemed bank. We, in the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), deeply appreciate the gesture. Governor Toshihiko Fukui is highly respected in various central banks’ fora for his depth of knowledge, wisdom and very transparent expositions on the economy of Japan and the Bank of Japan’s policies. We look forward to Governor Fukui's acceptance of our invitation to him to visit the Re
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May 28, 2007
India – Perspective for Growth with Stability
Professor Sakakibara, Governor Fukui, Ambassador Singh and the distinguished participants, I am honoured to be invited at the 'Symposium on Current India' organised by the Waseda University Institute for Indian Economic Studies. I am grateful to Professor Sakakibara, a globally distinguished economic statesman, for inviting me to be here. It is also a privilege to share a platform with universally respected Governor Fukui. There are strong complementarities in the eco
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Professor Sakakibara, Governor Fukui, Ambassador Singh and the distinguished participants, I am honoured to be invited at the 'Symposium on Current India' organised by the Waseda University Institute for Indian Economic Studies. I am grateful to Professor Sakakibara, a globally distinguished economic statesman, for inviting me to be here. It is also a privilege to share a platform with universally respected Governor Fukui. There are strong complementarities in the eco
May 17, 2007
The Indian Economy : Review and Prospects
Mr. Latifur Rahman, President–Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Mr. Mahbubur Rahman, President–ICC, Bangladesh, the distinguished members of the trade bodies and dear Friends,I am honoured to be invited to deliver this address today at the Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Dhaka. We, in the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), had the pleasure of receiving recently your delegation. On that occasion, I had accepted the invitation, in principle, to add
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Latifur Rahman, President–Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Mr. Mahbubur Rahman, President–ICC, Bangladesh, the distinguished members of the trade bodies and dear Friends,I am honoured to be invited to deliver this address today at the Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Dhaka. We, in the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), had the pleasure of receiving recently your delegation. On that occasion, I had accepted the invitation, in principle, to add
May 16, 2007
Development of Financial Markets in India
I am delighted to have the opportunity of speaking on the issue of development of financial markets along with Mr. Christian Noyer, Governor of the Banque de France. He has displayed a deep commitment to the development of financial markets over the years and we heard a very thoughtful speech from him on this subject at the Reserve Bank just two days ago. His approach to financial markets is marked by a great degree of pragmatism: as we develop financial m
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am delighted to have the opportunity of speaking on the issue of development of financial markets along with Mr. Christian Noyer, Governor of the Banque de France. He has displayed a deep commitment to the development of financial markets over the years and we heard a very thoughtful speech from him on this subject at the Reserve Bank just two days ago. His approach to financial markets is marked by a great degree of pragmatism: as we develop financial m
Apr 14, 2007
The Global Economy and Financial Markets
Mr. Chairman, 1. The continued expansion in world GDP in 2006, with growth crossing the 5 percent mark, points to the emergence of a new phase - one that is more diversified with most regions posting higher growth than in the previous year. It is heartening to note that the new robust phase is driven by emerging market economies with China and India continuing to contribute substantially to the global growth momentum. Growth rate in the Euro area accelerated and the r
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman, 1. The continued expansion in world GDP in 2006, with growth crossing the 5 percent mark, points to the emergence of a new phase - one that is more diversified with most regions posting higher growth than in the previous year. It is heartening to note that the new robust phase is driven by emerging market economies with China and India continuing to contribute substantially to the global growth momentum. Growth rate in the Euro area accelerated and the r
Apr 09, 2007
Special features of Financial Sector Reforms in India
Ms. Nitaya Pibulratanagit, Asst. Governor Bank of Thailand, Mr. Appiah Chairman Forex Association of India, Mr. Lamba Secretary Forex Association of India, delegates from India and Asia/Middle East, ladies and gentlemen. It is a pleasure to inaugurate the 18th annual conference of the Forex Association of India which is affiliated to ACI in this historical city of Bangkok. I understand FIMMDA had held a similar conference in Bangkok in 2003 which was inaugurated by my
Smt. Shyamala Gopinath, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Ms. Nitaya Pibulratanagit, Asst. Governor Bank of Thailand, Mr. Appiah Chairman Forex Association of India, Mr. Lamba Secretary Forex Association of India, delegates from India and Asia/Middle East, ladies and gentlemen. It is a pleasure to inaugurate the 18th annual conference of the Forex Association of India which is affiliated to ACI in this historical city of Bangkok. I understand FIMMDA had held a similar conference in Bangkok in 2003 which was inaugurated by my
Apr 02, 2007
Monetary Policy Transmission in India
Key to the efficient conduct of monetary policy is the condition that it must exert a systematic influence on the economy in a forward-looking sense. A priori economic theory backed by some empirical evidence has identified the main channels through which monetary policy impacts its final targets, viz., output, employment and inflation. Broadly, the vehicles of monetary transmission can be classified into financial market prices (e.g., interest rates, exchange rates,
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Key to the efficient conduct of monetary policy is the condition that it must exert a systematic influence on the economy in a forward-looking sense. A priori economic theory backed by some empirical evidence has identified the main channels through which monetary policy impacts its final targets, viz., output, employment and inflation. Broadly, the vehicles of monetary transmission can be classified into financial market prices (e.g., interest rates, exchange rates,
Apr 02, 2007
Role of Monetary Policy in Attaining Growth with Stability: The Indian Experience
Governor Garganas and Friends, I am honoured by the kind and persuasive invitation of Governor Garganas to visit Greece and give an address at the central bank. The ties and understanding between Greece and India can be traced to at least well over two millennia. There are references to Megasthenes as Greek Ambassador in the Chandragupta Maurya's Court of Pataliputra in the 4th century B.C. The Monetary Museum of Reserve Bank of India displays coins, which indicate ac
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Governor Garganas and Friends, I am honoured by the kind and persuasive invitation of Governor Garganas to visit Greece and give an address at the central bank. The ties and understanding between Greece and India can be traced to at least well over two millennia. There are references to Megasthenes as Greek Ambassador in the Chandragupta Maurya's Court of Pataliputra in the 4th century B.C. The Monetary Museum of Reserve Bank of India displays coins, which indicate ac
Mar 30, 2007
Economic Outlook: Some thoughts on Asia and India
Friends, It gives me great pleasure to be here participating in the 18th Annual Forum. The topic for the discussion is very broad, but there are several eminent speakers here who would be focusing on different aspects of this complex and very relevant issue. For my part, I would, in the first part, make a general reference to the Asian economies, specially the common challenges being faced by the policy-makers in the Asian emerging market economies (AEMEs). The second
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, It gives me great pleasure to be here participating in the 18th Annual Forum. The topic for the discussion is very broad, but there are several eminent speakers here who would be focusing on different aspects of this complex and very relevant issue. For my part, I would, in the first part, make a general reference to the Asian economies, specially the common challenges being faced by the policy-makers in the Asian emerging market economies (AEMEs). The second
Mar 19, 2007
Globalisation and Monetary Policy : Some Emerging Issues
Professor Radhakrishna, Professor Eichenbaun, Professor Rebelo, Professor Christiano, Professor Nachane, Dr. Rakesh Mohan and friends,Happy New Year to all of you. For Dr. Rakesh Mohan, it is a holiday issue, as he described. For me, it is a festival issue also, since I am a Telugu. So, my address will be in the form of sharing of the festive mood also. As you may be aware, today is a festival celebrated as New Year by the State of Maharashtra, and is called Gudipadwa
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Professor Radhakrishna, Professor Eichenbaun, Professor Rebelo, Professor Christiano, Professor Nachane, Dr. Rakesh Mohan and friends,Happy New Year to all of you. For Dr. Rakesh Mohan, it is a holiday issue, as he described. For me, it is a festival issue also, since I am a Telugu. So, my address will be in the form of sharing of the festive mood also. As you may be aware, today is a festival celebrated as New Year by the State of Maharashtra, and is called Gudipadwa
Mar 13, 2007
Indian Financial Sector Reforms
Introduction At the outset, I am thankful to the Institute of International Bankers for giving me this opportunity of addressing the Annual Washington Conference 2007.The banking system in India has undergone significant changes during last 15 years. There have been new banks, new instruments, new windows, new opportunities and, along with all this, new challenges. While deregulation has opened up new vistas for banks to augment revenues, it has also entailed greater
Shri V. Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Introduction At the outset, I am thankful to the Institute of International Bankers for giving me this opportunity of addressing the Annual Washington Conference 2007.The banking system in India has undergone significant changes during last 15 years. There have been new banks, new instruments, new windows, new opportunities and, along with all this, new challenges. While deregulation has opened up new vistas for banks to augment revenues, it has also entailed greater
Mar 09, 2007
Regulators’ Eyes on Financial Institutions
Regulators need to keep on top of banks, says Dr. Y V ReddyAs we move from a world based on relationships to one based on transactions, can our banks be far behind? Indeed, banking has been transformed, perhaps unrecognisably, and regulators and customers are taking notice.In the 1970s, a visit to the bank meant face-to-face time, assistance with problems, financial advice, and often just a friendly chat with your banker who you knew and trusted. Today, many customers
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Regulators need to keep on top of banks, says Dr. Y V ReddyAs we move from a world based on relationships to one based on transactions, can our banks be far behind? Indeed, banking has been transformed, perhaps unrecognisably, and regulators and customers are taking notice.In the 1970s, a visit to the bank meant face-to-face time, assistance with problems, financial advice, and often just a friendly chat with your banker who you knew and trusted. Today, many customers
Mar 06, 2007
Development of Local Currency Bond Markets : The Indian Experience
Development of Local Currency Bond Markets : The Indian Experience Shyamala Gopinath 1 It gives me great pleasure to participate in the Workshop on "Debt, Finance and Emerging Issues in Financial Integration", being organized by the Financing for Development Office, United Nations in collaboration with the Commonwealth Business Council and Commonwealth Secretariat. In my presentation, I would like to highlight the Indian experience with regard to the development of de
Smt. Shyamala Gopinath, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Development of Local Currency Bond Markets : The Indian Experience Shyamala Gopinath 1 It gives me great pleasure to participate in the Workshop on "Debt, Finance and Emerging Issues in Financial Integration", being organized by the Financing for Development Office, United Nations in collaboration with the Commonwealth Business Council and Commonwealth Secretariat. In my presentation, I would like to highlight the Indian experience with regard to the development of de
Mar 02, 2007
Banking in the Hinterland
Ladies and Gentlemen,It gives me great pleasure to be here this morning to share my thoughts on banking in the hinterland. The theme of my talk today is that there is a huge business opportunity in banks going rural. Rural banking has great potential if banks adopt appropriate approach and suitable strategies - scale up their business levels, achieve capacity utilisation and devise innovative ways to cater to the typical needs of the vast rural sector.I will divide my
Smt. Usha Thorat, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Ladies and Gentlemen,It gives me great pleasure to be here this morning to share my thoughts on banking in the hinterland. The theme of my talk today is that there is a huge business opportunity in banks going rural. Rural banking has great potential if banks adopt appropriate approach and suitable strategies - scale up their business levels, achieve capacity utilisation and devise innovative ways to cater to the typical needs of the vast rural sector.I will divide my
Feb 27, 2007
What RBI means to the Common Person
Friends,I am happy to be in Karamchedu Village again. Many distinguished personalities in various fields; freedom fighters; shipping magnates; scientists; poets, ministers and medical doctors have hailed from this single village. Shri Yarlagadda Ranganayakulu garu, who was an engineer by training, is one such fine personality. We met accidentally a little over thirty years ago in Hyderabad. We became friends and we attempted to do some socially useful work on several
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends,I am happy to be in Karamchedu Village again. Many distinguished personalities in various fields; freedom fighters; shipping magnates; scientists; poets, ministers and medical doctors have hailed from this single village. Shri Yarlagadda Ranganayakulu garu, who was an engineer by training, is one such fine personality. We met accidentally a little over thirty years ago in Hyderabad. We became friends and we attempted to do some socially useful work on several
Feb 13, 2007
Current Challenges to Monetary Policy Making in India
Dr. Kannan, members of the Actuarial Society of India and distinguished delegates.I am deeply honoured to be invited to address the 9th Global Conference of Actuaries today. Strong winds of change are sweeping across the Indian financial landscape. We therefore have to adapt ourselves appropriately to update our understanding of these changes. All stakeholders are involved in this silent transformation. As actuaries, your stake is significant since you will shape the
Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dr. Kannan, members of the Actuarial Society of India and distinguished delegates.I am deeply honoured to be invited to address the 9th Global Conference of Actuaries today. Strong winds of change are sweeping across the Indian financial landscape. We therefore have to adapt ourselves appropriately to update our understanding of these changes. All stakeholders are involved in this silent transformation. As actuaries, your stake is significant since you will shape the
Jan 19, 2007
Overseas Investments by Indian companies - Evolution of Policy and Trends
Ladies and gentlemen, it is a pleasure to be invited to deliver the key note address at this international conference which is really topical and contextual for the present times and I thank the Bombay Chambers of Commerce for giving me this opportunity. I particularly appreciate the organizers for keeping the focus on host country perspective in regard to overseas expansion by Indian companies and the participants will have the benefit of listening and interacting wi
Smt. Shyamala Gopinath, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Ladies and gentlemen, it is a pleasure to be invited to deliver the key note address at this international conference which is really topical and contextual for the present times and I thank the Bombay Chambers of Commerce for giving me this opportunity. I particularly appreciate the organizers for keeping the focus on host country perspective in regard to overseas expansion by Indian companies and the participants will have the benefit of listening and interacting wi
Dec 19, 2006
Dynamics of Balance of Payments in India
Vice-Chancellor Professor Siddiqi, Prof. J. Satyanarayana, Dr. J. Rameshwar Rao, Prof. Purushotham Rao, Prof. Ali Khan, faculty members and distinguished friends, I am honoured by the kind invitation of the Vice-Chancellor to me to be the Chief Guest and to deliver the first Diamond Jubilee lecture of the Department of Commerce, Osmania University. I specifically owe a deep debt of gratitude to Osmania University and I have also been proud to acknowledge it. In August
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Vice-Chancellor Professor Siddiqi, Prof. J. Satyanarayana, Dr. J. Rameshwar Rao, Prof. Purushotham Rao, Prof. Ali Khan, faculty members and distinguished friends, I am honoured by the kind invitation of the Vice-Chancellor to me to be the Chief Guest and to deliver the first Diamond Jubilee lecture of the Department of Commerce, Osmania University. I specifically owe a deep debt of gratitude to Osmania University and I have also been proud to acknowledge it. In August
Dec 18, 2006
Rural Banking: Review and Prospects
Rural Banking: Review and Prospects Dr. Kotaiah, Mrs. Nandita Ray, Mr. C. S. Reddy, Prof. Mahendra Dev and Distinguished guests, I am grateful to the organisers for giving me an opportunity to deliver the first Smarajit Ray memorial lecture. Mr. Ray, about a couple of years younger to me in age and a valued colleague in the civil service, had been one of my close friends for almost four decades. He was a self-effacing person with courage of conviction in servicing the
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Rural Banking: Review and Prospects Dr. Kotaiah, Mrs. Nandita Ray, Mr. C. S. Reddy, Prof. Mahendra Dev and Distinguished guests, I am grateful to the organisers for giving me an opportunity to deliver the first Smarajit Ray memorial lecture. Mr. Ray, about a couple of years younger to me in age and a valued colleague in the civil service, had been one of my close friends for almost four decades. He was a self-effacing person with courage of conviction in servicing the
Dec 08, 2006
Urban Cooperative Banks – Evolution of the banks, current issues in Corporate Governance and challenges in their Regulation and Supervision
URBAN COOPERATIVE BANKS - Evolution of the banks, current issues in Corporate Governance and challenges in their Regulation and Supervision Ladies and Gentlemen, I am happy and honoured to be here today to deliver the "Late Shri. R. N. Godbole memorial lecture" this year. My thanks to the Shivaji University, Kolhapur for extending me the invitation to deliver this lecture I have chosen to speak today on Urban Cooperative Banks - a key sector in the Indian Banking scen
Smt. Usha Thorat, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
URBAN COOPERATIVE BANKS - Evolution of the banks, current issues in Corporate Governance and challenges in their Regulation and Supervision Ladies and Gentlemen, I am happy and honoured to be here today to deliver the "Late Shri. R. N. Godbole memorial lecture" this year. My thanks to the Shivaji University, Kolhapur for extending me the invitation to deliver this lecture I have chosen to speak today on Urban Cooperative Banks - a key sector in the Indian Banking scen
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