Barclays Bank PLC, a British multinational financial services provider, announced on March 19, 2025, an additional investment of ₹2,300 crore (£210 million) in its Indian operations. This capital infusion aims to support business growth, expand the bank’s client base, and enhance financial services across sectors. The latest investment follows a previous ₹3,000 crore (£300 million) infusion in 2021, bringing Barclays India’s total invested capital to over ₹12,400 crore (£1,100 million).
Barclays Bank PLC, a British multinational financial services provider, has announced an additional investment of ₹2,300 crore (£210 million) in its Indian operations. The latest capital infusion aims to expand the bank’s reach, enhance financial services, and support business growth in one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.
Barclays India’s Expansion Strategy
Barclays, which provides banking and investment solutions to corporates, financial sponsors, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), stated that the new investment will help deepen its engagement across key financial sectors. This move follows a previous ₹3,000 crore (£300 million) investment in 2021. With the latest capital infusion, Barclays’ total invested capital in India now exceeds ₹12,400 crore (£1,100 million).
The additional capital allows us to further strengthen our position as a trusted financial partner to clients, particularly in sectors where we see significant growth opportunities.”
Pramod Kumar, CEO of Barclays Bank PLC and Head of Investment Banking, India
Financial Position of Barclays India
According to India Ratings, Barclays India maintained a capital adequacy ratio (CAR) of 15.93% as of March 2024 (FY24), exceeding the minimum Tier-1 capital requirement of 11% under Basel III guidelines. The bank’s total assets in India stood at ₹53,910 crore at the end of FY24.
A significant portion of Barclays India’s lending portfolio comprises:
- Term loans (49.2%)
- Bill discounting (35%)
- Working capital loans (15.8%)
Key Areas of Focus for Barclays in India
Barclays India operates across various financial segments, offering:
- Financing solutions
- Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory
- Debt capital markets
- Risk management solutions
- Cash, trade, and working capital services
The bank also provides investment, lending, and wealth advisory services to UHNWIs and family offices.
Sectoral Exposure and Market Outlook
Barclays India’s exposure to non-banking financial institutions and trading segments stood at ₹16,700 crore in FY24, while its exposure to the infrastructure sector reached ₹16,900 crore, with a focus on highly rated corporates.
With this latest investment, Barclays aims to solidify its position as a key financial player in India, leveraging the country’s robust economic growth and increasing demand for sophisticated financial services.
