According to a regulatory filing by AU Small Finance Bank, the central bank issued a letter on January 3, 2025, permitting HDFC Bank and its affiliated companies (including HDFC Mutual Fund, HDFC Life Insurance,

Besides, AU Small Finance Bank, HDFC Bank will also acquire up to 9.5% aggregate holding in Kotak Mahindra Bank and Capital Small Finance Bank.

AU Small Finance Bank has received approval from the RBI for HDFC Bank and its group entities to acquire up to 9.5% of its stake. The acquisition, subject to regulatory compliance, must be completed within one year,