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Investment12 Aug 2026, 08:50 pm

Jio Financial Services: BofA to Invest ₹18,268 Cr in Jio Credit

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Jio Financial Services Ltd (JFSL) announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Jio Credit Limited (JCL), will receive an investment of up to ₹18,268.22 crore from NB Holdings Corporation, a subsidiary of Bank of America Corporation (BofA). This investment, structured as a preferential issue of equity shares and warrants, aims to establish a joint venture where BofA will hold up to 49.9% of JCL. The funds will support JCL's growth in the Indian market, leveraging JFSL's digital reach and BofA's global financial expertise. JCL, a fast-growing NBFC with ₹30,667 crore AUM as of June 30, 2026, will utilize this capital to expand its lending products and services.

Key Highlights

  • BofA to invest up to ₹18,268.22 crore in Jio Credit Limited.
  • Investment creates a joint venture with BofA holding up to 49.9% stake.
  • Funds will fuel Jio Credit's expansion in the Indian lending market.
  • Combines JFSL's digital reach with BofA's global financial expertise.