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Union Budget 2024 will likely focus on women, middle-class and agri sector
BUDGET EXPECTATIONS: Narendra Modi's third-term Budget, slated for July 23, focuses on leveraging revenue growth and RBI dividends for infrastructure and targeted sectors. The session will also introduce non-legislative reforms. The Economic Survey will precede, highlighting achievements and future plans. Sitharaman aims to tackle inflation, unemployment, and regional disparities with tax measures and social benefits, aiming for a fiscal deficit of 4.5% amid robust GDP projections.
Union Bank of India attracts bids for 5 troubles accounts out of 25 put on sale
Union Bank of India received bids from asset reconstruction companies (ARCs) for five of its 25 non-performing asset (NPA) accounts, including Jaypee Healthcare, Saraiwwalaa AGRR Refiners, and RCM Infrastructure. Bids aim to recover 15% to 89% of outstanding loans. The bank will use a Swiss auction process to finalize sales.
New credit card rules: HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, other banks customers cannot make credit card bill payments using PhonePe, Paytm
Credit card bill payment rules: As of July 1, customers with credit cards from major banks like HDFC Bank and Axis Bank will no longer be able to settle their credit card bills using third-party applications such as PhonePe, Amazon Pay, and Paytm.
Kotak Bank, Axis Bank among top 10 Nifty stocks trading at discount of over 15%
Fundamentally, India is witnessing its own mini-Goldilocks moment with excellent macros, robust corporate earnings (with Nifty ending FY24 with 25% earnings growth and FY25/26 earnings likely to post 14-15% CAGR), focus on manufacturing, capex and infrastructure creation, and valuations. Nifty, after consolidating in May 2024, touched a fresh high of 24,174 before ending with over 6% MoM gains at 24,011 in June 2024. Notably, the index was extremely volatile and swung around 2,893 points before closing 1,480 points higher. In such a market, domestic brokerage firm Motilal Oswal has analyzed that nearly half of the Nifty constituents are still trading at a discount to their historical average. Below is a list of top 10 Nifty50 stocks, as analyzed by Motilal Oswal, which are trading at a discount to their 10 year average:
Supernova insolvency case: NCLAT to wait for lenders' decision on settlement offer from Supertech Realtors
Insolvency appellate tribunal NCLAT on Wednesday said it will wait for the decision of lenders on a revised settlement offer by Supertech Realtors, which is developing a residential apartment, offices, retail and luxury hotels at its Supernova project. NCLAT also directed the Interim Resolution Professional (IRP) not to constitute a Committee of Creditors. However, it said the construction work for the project would be continued under the supervision of IRP.
Federal Bank leads in loan expansion among Kerala banks in Q1
Federal Bank reported a 20% year-on-year rise in gross loan portfolio to Rs 2.24 lakh crore at the end of June. Fairfax-backed CSB Bank clocked a 17.8% rise in gross loans to Rs 25,099 crore while South India Bank's loan portfolio rose 11.4% to Rs 82,510 crore.
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PJTL lenders agree for Rs 1,020 crore one-time settlement
Lenders of Panipat Jalandhar NH 1 Tollway (PJTL) have agreed to a one-time settlement on Rs 3400 crore dues, accepting a Rs 1,020-crore all-cash offer from promoters Roadis Group and Soma Enterprises. The settlement, impacted by farmers' agitation, is subject to approval by all ten lenders in the consortium. SBI is the largest creditor.
ITR filing for FY2023-24: Latest full list of authorised banks for tax payments available at e-Pay Tax service
Taxpayers are offered wide range of modes for payment, including Net Banking, Debit card, Pay at Bank Counter. List of banks for tax payments available at e-Pay Tax service, as per the Income Tax Department’s website:
Budget 2024: MSME ministry seeks additional ₹5,000 crore for job generation scheme
Budget 2024: The government subsidizes a percentage of the loan amount for self-employment ventures, with applicants required to contribute towards the project cost. Despite the high demand, the budget allocation for PMEGP in the current year is lower than the revised estimates for the previous year.
Are banks open or closed today?
Saturday bank holiday 2024: As per the regulations, all banks will be closed on Sundays, second and fourth Saturdays, and national and regional holidays. ATMs will be available throughout these holidays, and internet banking services will remain operational.
Coal India, South Indian Bank among 17 deep value stock ideas from ICICI Securities
Domestic brokerage firm ICICI Securities has listed 17 stock ideas, categorizing them as deep value stocks, stating that the proportion of ‘investable value stocks within large-caps remained steady while the same has been diminishing to historical lows within mid and small-caps.
Tata Group retains No 1 position in Brand Finance India Report 2024
Infosys has also exhibited a strong growth with a 9 per cent growth. The report has put its brand value to USD 14.2 billion despite a slowdown in the global IT Services sector. While HDFC Group has jumped to third sport with a valuation of USD 10.4 billion, following its merger with HDFC Ltd.
Bank Unions write to Finance Minister for merger of RRBs with Sponsor Banks
The merger of Regional Rural Banks with Sponsor Banks, as demanded by bank unions, aims to enhance efficiency, viability, and sustainability in the banking sector. This strategic move will not only improve employee skills and governance but also mobilize deposits, streamline credit delivery, and benefit the rural population significantly.
Tata Group is India’s most valuable brand: Report
Tata Group has maintained its position as India’s most valuable brand with a brand value of $28.6 billion, according to the latest Brand Finance India 100 2024 report. The group's Taj hotel brand also secured the top spot as India’s strongest brand. Infosys follows as the second-most valuable brand with a brand value of $14.2 billion, showing a steady 9% growth. HDFC Group surged to the third spot with a brand value of $10.4 billion following its merger with HDFC Ltd.
Nifty charts projecting 25,200 by December, says ICICI Securities. Top 94 stock picks
ICICI Securities' technical analysis forecasts Nifty reaching 25,200 by December 2024, supported strongly at 22,200. Midcaps and smallcaps indices are in a structural uptrend, expected to gain over 16% by year-end.
Gold loan interest rates in June 2024: Latest gold loan interest rates of 24 banks
A gold loan is a secured loan that allows you to leverage the value of your gold ornaments or jewelry to obtain funds. Latest gold loan interest rates offered by banks in June 2024.
FSIB shortlists five for executive director positions
FSIB shortlisted five CGMs for ED positions in public sector banks after interviewing 57 candidates. Vaheed, Rajeeva, and Majumdar are top three in the list, while Surendran and Srivastava are number four and five.
Banking 'efficiency': Public sector banks beat private peers in new SBI list
The study evaluates efficiency by examining how effectively banks utilise their resources to produce output at an optimal scale.
F&O stocks to buy today: RIL, Federal Bank among top 6 trading ideas for 18 June 2024
On the options front, the weekly maximum Call OI is placed at 24000 and then towards 23500 strikes, while the maximum Put OI is placed at 23400 and then towards 23000 strikes.
NCLT orders insolvency proceeding against Supernova project developer Supertech Realtors
NCLT orders insolvency proceedings against Supertech Realtors for defaulting Rs 168.04 crore to Bank of Maharashtra in the Supernova project.
TRAI broadens scope of telecom consumer education fund
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) on Friday amended regulations 6 and 13 of the Telecommunication Consumers Education and Protection Fund (TCEPF) principal rules to enable utilisation of the fund for expenses relating to preparation, maintenance, audit of accounts, and for the participation of representatives of consumer groups attending meetings of the Committee for Utilisation of Telecommunication Consumers Education & Protection Fund (CUTCEF).
Home loan interest rates June 2024: These banks offer cheapest interest rates for home loans above Rs 75 lakh
Home loan interest rates June 2024: A home loan is a secured loan for a borrower to buy a home. The loan amount is repaid via equated monthly installments (EMI). Here is a list of banks offering the best home loan interest rates for loans above Rs 75 Lakh.
Muthoot Microfin raises $38 million in ECB on higher investor interest
Muthoot Microfin has raised $38 million in external commercial borrowing from Union Bank of India (DIFC branch), Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait, Bank of India (DIFC branch, Dubai), Mega International Commercial Bank Co (Labuan Branch).
Which bank offers up to 7.75% savings account interest rate: SBI, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, RBL Bank, PNB or Union Bank of India?
The interest rate on your savings account balance is determined by your daily closing balance. The accrued interest is credited to your account monthly or quarterly depending on the specific bank. Interest rates on savings accounts vary from bank to bank. Here is a comparison of the interest rates on savings accounts at SBI, ICICI Bank, RBL Bank, HDFC Bank, PNB, Union Bank of India and Indian Bank (Latest savings account interest rates as per bank websites).
Firebrand leader Bandi Sanjay ---From RSS to Union cabinet
Bandi Sanjay Kumar, a minister in the Narendra Modi cabinet, rose to prominence through student politics in the Akhil Bhaaratiya Vidyarthi Parishad, establishing himself as a firebrand BJP leader in Telangana.
Karnataka’s tribal welfare minister quits after govt funds find way to bank accounts in Hyderabad
Karnataka's Tribal Welfare Minister B Nagendra resigned over a scandal involving the illegal transfer of Rs 89.63 crore of government funds to unknown individuals in Hyderabad. The BJP intensified its campaign for his resignation, alleging a major scam under Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's watch. The ruling Congress withdrew support as an investigation team was formed to probe the matter. The CBI has taken up the case, and the BJP demanded the CM's resignation, alleging his knowledge of the illegal funds transfer.
PSU bank stocks tumble up to 20% as early counting trends lower than exit poll predictions
PSU bank stocks dropped up to 20% on BSE as BJP-led NDA led in early election trends, defying exit polls. Central Bank, Union Bank, Canara Bank, PNB, and others saw significant declines. Analysts favor private banks like ICICI and HDFC amid political uncertainty. Shares of the State Bank of India cracked 19%. Meanwhile, Punjab National Bank, Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, and Bank of Maharashtra also shed between 17-20%.
Modi 3.0 boost! PSU banks soar up to 12% as exit polls signal BJP-led NDA's majority
PSU bank stocks rallied on the BSE after exit polls favoured the BJP-led NDA in the upcoming Lok Sabha election, with significant gains for Bank of Baroda, Indian Overseas Bank, SBI, Canara Bank, and Indian Bank.
Earn up to 8% FD interest rate: Union Bank of India revises fixed deposit rates
The Union Bank of India has revised the interest rates on its fixed deposits (FDs) for amounts less than Rs 2 crore. The bank offers FD interest rate between 3.5% to 7.25% for general citizens.
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