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Paytm Receives RBI Approval to Operate Wallets; Shares Hit 52-Week High
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What Happened?
Paytm's payment services arm has received preliminary authorization from the Reserve Bank of India to operate prepaid payment instruments, boosting shares of One 97 Communications to ₹1,960. This approval allows Paytm to expand its digital payment offerings.
Key points
- Paytm received preliminary authorization from RBI for prepaid payment instruments.
- Shares of One 97 Communications surged to ₹1,960, a record high.
- The approval allows Paytm to expand its digital payment services.
- Paytm shares rose 7.31% to ₹1,925 before the new high.
- Analysts expect UPI MDR revenue could reach ₹1,160 crore by FY28.
- Bernstein named Paytm its top pick, projecting 24% revenue growth from FY26 to FY30.
Key insights
- The RBI approval may lead to increased user adoption of Paytm's wallet services.
- Paytm's stock performance reflects growing investor confidence in its business model.
- The anticipated UPI MDR framework could significantly boost Paytm's revenue.
Market Impact
Financial Services
PositiveThe RBI's approval is expected to positively influence Paytm's market position and revenue potential.
Why it matters
This approval could enhance Paytm's position in the competitive digital payments market.
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Entities
Paytm· CompanyReserve Bank of India· OrganizationOne 97 Communications· CompanyNational Payments Corporation of India· OrganizationUnified Payments Interface· Technology
Source
Times of India
