Asset Strategy and Growth Post-Merger
Rationale for the merger
(IDFC Bank Perspective)
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SECTION 1: BACKGROUND
After the inception in 2015, the Bank created a robust framework and created all the necessary building blocks which are
required for growing a large banking operation.
• The developed a strong and robust risk management systems.
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The bank also developed strong IT capabilities and infrastructure for scaling up the banking operations.
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The Bank designed efficient treasury management system for its own proprietary trading, as well as for managing client
operations.
• The Bank created the necessary framework for distribution and opened 206 branches ( Dec 31 2018) across India including 92
branches in rural India.
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The Bank launched innovative technology led products for its liability customers, e.g. quick and efficient CASA account opening
process, Micro-ATMs, instant online opening of Term-Deposits.
As part of its stated strategy to retailise its loan book the bank was looking for a merger with a retail finance
institution with adequate scale, profitability and specialised skills.
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