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India’s Foreign Exchange Reserves touch a new high of $750 Billion.

Economy | Dated: 28 Nov 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data shows that India's foreign exchange (forex) reserves have surged to a historic high of $750 billion for the week ending November 21, 2025. This increase provides a strong buffer against global economic volatility and currency fluctuations.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The rise is primarily driven by an increase in Foreign Currency Assets (FCA) and a significant appreciation in the value of gold reserves held by the central bank.
  • Strong foreign portfolio investment (FPI) inflows into the Indian equity and debt markets have also contributed to the swelling reserves.
  • India currently holds the fourth-largest forex reserves in the world, behind China, Japan, and Switzerland.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • New Record: $750 Billion Forex Reserves.
  • Key Driver: Gold & Foreign Currency Assets.
  • Global Rank: 4th.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

According to recent RBI data, India's forex reserves have crossed which milestone?

Correct Answer: $750 Billion

🚀 Quick Recap:

About RBI

  • Governor – Shaktikanta Das
  • HQ – Mumbai