Question & AnswerQ&A (BSP CIRCULAR NO. 1260)
The circular amends provisions governing the rediscounting of eligible paper under the rediscount window as per the Manual of Regulations for Banks and Other Financial Intermediaries.
Resolution No. 1141 dated October 22, 1990.
Subsections 1271.1 (Book I), 2271.1 (Book II), and 3271.1 (Book III).
Agricultural Production, Cottage and Small Industries Credits, General Purpose Working Capital Financing, Other Short-Term Credits, and Export Credits.
80% loan value.
14% per annum.
100% loan value.
No, the lending rates are not subject to any ceiling.
The Central Bank closely monitors the spreads to ensure they are consistent with prevailing market rates.
It took effect immediately on October 30, 1990.
Jose L. Cuisia, Jr.