State Bank of India's successful dollar debt sale prompts Bank of Baroda to test waters, bankers say

Bank of Baroda is actively seeking dollar funding avenues to bolster its operations, inspired by the successful foreign-currency bond issuance led by State Bank of India. The bank is considering a dual-tranche bond sale with maturities of three and five years. Indian banks are keen on dollar borrowings as they become increasingly cost-effective. These funds are intended to meet the financial requirements of the bank's head office and overseas branches.