ADVANCES
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What is the primary distinction between a 'fund-based' and 'non-fund-based' advance?
Fund-based advances involve actual disbursement of funds by the bank (e.g., loans, overdrafts), whereas non-fund-based advances are contingent commitments such as guarantees and letters of credit where no immediate outflow of funds occurs.
What is a 'Cash Credit' facility and how is it typically secured by a bank?
Revolving credit limit secured by stock and book debts.
What does the term 'hypothecation' mean in the context of bank advances?
Hypothecation is a charge on movable assets where the borrower retains possession but the lender has the right to seize and sell those assets upon default, commonly used for working capital loans against stock or debtors.
What is the difference between a 'secured' and 'unsecured' advance in banking?
Secured has collateral backing; unsecured relies on creditworthiness alone.
Under RBI guidelines, what is the maximum permissible period for a demand loan?
Demand loans are repayable on demand and typically do not carry a fixed repayment schedule; however, they are generally expected to be liquidated within one year and are classified accordingly for asset classification purposes.
What is 'Project Finance' and what distinguishes it from general corporate lending?
Lending based on project cash flows, not sponsor balance sheet.
What is the meaning of 'Drawing Power' (DP) in a cash credit account?
Drawing Power is the maximum amount a borrower can withdraw from a cash credit account at any point in time, calculated based on the value of eligible stock and debtors after applying the prescribed margin.
What is 'Bridge Finance' and in what circumstances is it typically availed?
Short-term loan to cover gap until permanent financing is arranged.
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