BOND
States to sell 2.64 lakh crore of bonds in July-Sept
Centre to issue T-bills worth Rs 2.60 lakh crore in Q2. In an indicative calendar released by the RBI on Friday, the central bank announced 13 sets of auctions in July-September through which states plan to sell bonds and raise funds.
No Friday blockbuster for bonds on JPM index
Indian bonds debuted in JP Morgan's GBI-EM global index suite on Friday, with the country expected to reach a maximum weight of 10% in the GBI-EM Global Diversified Index over a 10-month period. JP Morgan's analysts expect foreign investment worth $20-25 billion to flow to the local bond market from the move.
Rate sensitivity on the rise in PSB portfolios
"The AFS (available for sale) portfolio's sensitivity (PV01) increased for PSBs (public sector banks) and FBs (foreign banks) since September 2023, while it declined for PVBs (private banks)," the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said in its June 2024 Financial Stability Report.
ICICI Bank raises Rs 3,000 crore through 10-year infra bonds
Funds raised through infrastructure bonds, which have a minimum maturity of 7 years, are exempted from the maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio and Cash Reserve Ratio.
007 Effect! JPMorgan bond inclusion can attract $2-3 billion monthly FII inflows into India
Since October 2023, non-residents have invested nearly $15 billion in Indian government bonds, including $5 billion through USD-settled, INR-denominated supranational bonds. Starting from Friday, passive fund inclusion will begin at a rate of 1% per month, leading to total inflows of $25-30 billion by the time full weightage is reached.
Indian benchmark yield dips for third straight quarter amid index inclusion
Indian government bond yields ended little changed on Friday, but the benchmark bond yield declined for the third consecutive quarter, as the country's sovereign debt started getting included in a widely tracked global index.
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Sebi plans to cut red tape for global funds buying its bonds
Sebi is keen to eliminate many of its information requirements — such as disclosure of investor group and beneficial ownership — as these serve to regulate equity and corporate debt investors. Information required by the RBI and revenue departments would remain unchanged.
India set for more global attention as bond inclusion begins
India's government bonds enter JPMorgan's index, attracting billions in inflows, driven by positive economic indicators, high yields, and market performance, positioning India as a top choice for global investors.
Bank of Maharashtra to issue tier-II bonds, bankers say
The bonds have a call option at the end of five years. Here is the list of deals reported so far:
India inclusion in JP Morgan Bond index from today, $25-30 bn flow expected. What it means
India, which has been on index watch since October 21, upon its inclusion will have the single highest duration across the index at 7.03 years, with an above average yield-to-maturity at 7.09%, a JP Morgan note said.
RBI's new valuation rule may hit banks' trading gains in Q1
Government bond yields have declined in the current quarter due to foreign inflows ahead of inclusion of domestic debt in JPMorgan's emerging market index. Yields on the 10-year benchmark government bond were at 6.99% on Thursday, down from 7.05% at the end of the March quarter.
Foreigners buy Indian debt on eve of JPMorgan index inclusion, indicators signal
Currency market reacts to India's JPMorgan index inclusion with increased foreign buying and dollar transactions by large banks. Traders anticipate passive inflows despite the rupee's limited appreciation. RBI expected to manage the market dynamics prudently.
Indian financiers’ debt lures buyers on widest spread since 2020
Investors are wary of funding strains affecting the rapid economic growth in India, despite enticing opportunities in shadow lender bonds. The concern lies in the widening spreads and the potential hurdles that could impede the country's impressive growth trajectory.
SBI raises Rs 10,000 cr via bond sales to fund infra projects
Separately, ICICI Bank is likely to carry out a sale of infrastructure bonds on June 28, with the private lender looking to raise up to ₹3,000 crore through 10-year securities, debt capital market sources said. SBI's infrastructure bonds, which mature in 15 years, bear a coupon - or rate of interest to be paid to investors - of 7.36%.
Gilts to shine brighter from tomorrow
JP Morgan will include 27 fully accessible Indian government bonds in its GBI-EM global index suite starting June 28, allowing global investors to deploy funds in these bonds.
SBI raises Rs 10,000 cr via bonds to fund infra projects
State Bank of India (SBI) on Wednesday raised Rs 10,000 crore through its fifth infrastructure bond issuance. The country's largest lender raised the funds at a coupon rate of 7.36 per cent.
India's JPMorgan bond index entry to suck $11 billion from S.Africa, Poland and Thailand
India's entry into JPMorgan's GBI-EM index is set to reshuffle $11 billion from various markets, impacting South Africa, Poland, Thailand, Czech Republic, Chile, and the EMEA region. With Russia's exit, China, Indonesia, and Mexico maintain stable weights, affecting Latin America and boosting EM Asia.
Bond Street to see $2-3 billion foreign inflows a month after inclusion in JP Morgan Index
"We have a different profile spread across clients. There are real money clients who may be investing in India off-benchmark. Then there will be the passive index trackers who will be the regular ones coming each month and we may see some large allocations come in intermittently. So, around $2-3 billion per month is what we expect," Parul Mittal Sinha, head - financial markets, India & co-head, macro trading, ASA, Standard Chartered Bank, told ET.
World Bank member IFC invests Rs 650 cr in Mindspace REIT’s sustainability-linked bonds
Global development institution International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has invested over Rs 650 crore in K Raheja Corp-backed Mindspace Business Parks REIT through an issue of sustainability-linked bonds.
SBI plans to raise Rs 10,000 crore via infrastructure bonds on Wednesday
state Bank of India plans to raise up to Rs 10,000 crore through the issuance of 15-year infrastructure bonds as the country’s largest lender looks to garner long-term capital at a time when demand for loans continues to outstrip growth in deposits.
Vedanta mulls 1st dollar bond sale of $500 million
The bond sale could climb to $1 billion depending on the response from investors, according to one of the people. The company is also exploring other avenues of fundraising, including equity sales and local currency loans from domestic banks, the people said.
India bond yields seen little changed amid lack of fresh cues
Indian government bond yields are expected to hold steady on Monday, moving in a 6.95%-6.99% range. Inflows under the FAR, crossing $10 billion, and foreign banks' increased bond purchases ahead of the inclusion affect U.S. Treasury yields.
REC to raise $500m through green bonds, concludes roadshow in London
The proceeds will be used to fund renewable energy projects. REC will use its internal system to monitor and allocate the green bond proceeds, as outlined in its green bond framework.
HDFC Bank plans infra bond swap for securities of parent HDFC Ltd
HDFC Bank plans to buy back bonds from HDFC Limited and replace them with new infrastructure bonds to reduce interest costs. The proposal requires approval from the Reserve Bank of India.
Bank of Maharashtra eyes tier-II bond sale worth Rs 1,000 crore
The state-owned lender looks to garner long-term funds at a time when credit growth is stronger than deposit growth.
JPMorgan says foreign holdings of Indian bonds could double over next year
JP Morgan's inclusion of Indian bonds in the GBI-EM Global index suite is expected to attract $20-25 billion in foreign flows. Over $10 billion has already been invested in Indian government bonds, as per Reserve Bank of India data.
EM bond rally threatened as hawkish flags multiply
The balmy days of dovish monetary policy that fuelled a rally in emerging-market bonds looks to be over as central banks across the developing world turn more hawkish.
What does a reduction in ticket size of corporate bonds to Rs 10,000 mean for retail investors
The key amendments introduced by Sebi are designed not only to lower the entry barriers for potential investors but also to enhance the overall efficiency and transparency of the bond market.
Further decline in US bond yields pushes Indian peers lower
Indian government bond yields fell as U.S. Treasury yields dropped on rate cut expectations. India's 10-year yield was at 6.9779% by 10:00 a.m. IST.
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