Blackstone receives RBI approval to acquire nearly 10 percent stake in Federal Bank
The Reserve Bank of India approved Blackstone to buy up to a 9.99 percent stake in Federal Bank. This deal represents a major investment in the lender.
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IN's central bank has officially approved Blackstone Inc. to acquire an aggregate stake of up to 9.99% in Federal Bank. The announcement, made on February 5, 2026, permits Blackstone Inc. to take a near-10% ownership position in the private lender, a move that significantly alters the bank's existing shareholder composition.
IN's central bank has officially approved Blackstone Inc. to acquire an aggregate stake of up to 9.99% in Federal Bank. The announcement, made on February 5, 2026, permits Blackstone Inc. to take a near-10% ownership position in the private lender, a move that significantly alters the bank's existing shareholder composition.
