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Proxy debt plays may slow as JPM index inclusion progresses
Analysts predict the Centre will maintain or reduce the fiscal deficit target to 5% of GDP in the upcoming budget, as foreign investment in Indian government bonds surges post JP Morgan index inclusion.
Infra cos step up hiring betting on govt focus on sector
India's infrastructure sector is hiring millions in unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled labor segments, with expectations that the new government will continue investing in infrastructure development, including highways, roads, and airports. An estimated 9.8 million jobs are expected to be created in FY25, driven by strategic investments and ambitious plans for transportation and logistics development.
India AI Summit | Govt to invest in AI compute infra: IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
India prioritizes democratizing AI technology through a public platform, AI compute infrastructure, and support for deep tech startups. New Delhi is in discussions with GPAI countries for AI regulations and aims to invest in GPUs for AI innovation.
Look for stocks with less downward volatility and stable earnings prospects: Anand Tandon
A good content pipeline increases the likelihood of hits, and with people coming to the cinema, local F&B sales will also rise. From a tactical perspective, PVR's business outlook should improve significantly over the next 12 months. However, each month must be evaluated separately based on incoming content and audience reactions.
India issued one lakh patents in 2024, ten years back it was just 6000: Piyush Goyal
India has seen a significant rise in the number of patents granted, reaching around one lakh in 2024, a substantial increase from the 6,000 patents issued annually a decade ago, according to Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal. The announcement was made during an outreach program with industry leaders and stakeholders in Hyderabad, Telangana.
Railways to invest Rs 1 lakh crore in Odisha in next 5 years: Union Minister Vaishnaw
In Odisha, BJP government's focus on railway projects and infrastructure development, under the double-engine administration, aims to enhance connectivity and economic growth. The state stands to benefit from new initiatives like electronic manufacturing and semiconductor training centers, ensuring technological advancement and skill enhancement for its residents.
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8% GDP growth not sustainable yet; bond index inclusion may see short-term volatility: Abheek Barua
After the inclusion in the JP Morgan global bond index, in the short term. we need to prepare for volatility. But in the long term, the collateral and the second-round benefits are huge, says Abheek Barua. He expects this to lead to an improvement in the fixed-income ecosystem, which unfortunately has not taken off that well
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.
India a very attractive destination for fixed income investors: Vikas Goel
So, obviously, we are still underrepresented. So, compared to, say, a similar economy like Indonesia, etc., we will go from 2.5% to about 4% I think after the inclusion which is fairly-fairly insignificant even if we compare it to our equity markets where foreign investment is much-much higher as a proportion of total investment.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announces International airport at Hosur
The Tamil Nadu government will build a new international airport in Hosur for socio-economic development altogether in Hosur, Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri districts, Chief Minister MK Stalin announced in an assembly on Thursday.
What should be your investment strategy after elections?
Market volatility post Indian election triggered short-term turbulence, yet history shows eventual alignment with economic fundamentals. Resilient corporate earnings, infrastructure development and vigilant sector monitoring are emphasized for long-term strategic investments amidst fluctuating market conditions.
Good chance to generate a lot of alpha in this stock-pickers market: Samit Vartak
I am sure there will be few winners but those will be extremely handful but the entire segment going up I am not sure if most of them are going to be anywhere close to these kind of valuations when the correction comes in and 80-90% correction is a huge correction, I mean jumping from 90% correction is like 10x returns that you need to generate to just recover the kind of losses.
Fund Manager Talk | PSU stocks in 3 sectors offer value for long-term investors: Charanjit Singh, DSP Mutual Fund
We expect the Government to remain focussed on infra investment even during the third term. Since FY21, the government has focussed on building infrastructure with central government expenditure rising from 1.7% of GDP in FY21 to 3.3% of GDP in FY24.
Kerala's financial crisis artificially created by Centre, alleges state finance minister K N Balagopal
The Kerala government accused the Centre of undermining the country's federal structure, leading to a financial crisis in the state. Finance Minister Balagopal said that the Centre's treatment of funds raised by the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) as part of Kerala's borrowing severely impacted resource mobilization initiatives. Despite challenges, KIIFB spent Rs 29,100 crore on projects, aiming for Rs 50,000 crore in total.
Govt starts taking call on Chinese investments, Indian cos Press (Note) 3
Dixon Technologies is preparing to file for Press Note 3 clearance for its proposed joint venture with HKC Corp for manufacturing liquid crystal modules, thin film transistor liquid crystal display modules and assembly of smartphones and televisions. Dixon will own majority shares. Following border tensions, the Indian government began looking askance at investments by Chinese companies in India.
Centre seeks exemption for sovereign funds from RBI's alternate investment fund rules, sources say
The Indian government has requested the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to exempt sovereign funds from the tightened rules concerning investments in alternate investment funds (AIFs). The RBI has asked banks and non-banking financial companies to raise provisions for AIF investments if they were also lenders to the projects in which the AIFs were investing.
Karnataka committed to developing rural areas through cluster development initiatives, says Siddaramaiah
The Global Investor Meet - Invest Karnataka 2025 was a flagship investor event for the state of Karnataka, he added. “Through this event, we seek not only to showcase Karnataka’s technological prowess and manufacturing excellence, but also to position Karnataka on the global stage as a leading player in the global supply chain,” he said. The state, Siddaramaiah added, was a premier destination for global investments, being the second-highest recipient of FDI inflows in India, with 22% in the last 5 years cumulatively.
Mercedes Benz to make Rs 3,000 crore investment in Maharashtra: minister
German car-maker Mercedes Benz will invest Rs 3,000 crore in Maharashtra, according to state Industries Minister Uday Samant. During his visit to Germany, Samant met with top executives of Mercedes Benz to discuss investment opportunities. This investment is expected to create employment opportunities in the state. The announcement comes as a boost for the Shiv Sena-BJP-NCP government, which has faced criticism from the opposition for losing major industrial projects to other states, including Gujarat.
Green flavour not enticing enough for bond investors
Green bonds in India face challenges due to the absence of financial institutions focusing on green financing and investors enthusiastic about environment protection. Follow-up issuances have dried up a year after the first government green bond sale.
Investment returns during coalition govt: Modi 3.0 might be good for stock market, mutual fund investors, show trends during previous govts
How will be Modi 3.0 for investments? The stock market experienced a sharp decline following the Lok Sabha elections 2024, causing concern among young investors. They are worried about their investments as a coalition National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government prepares to take oath on June 9, 2024. Will the volatility in the stock market continue? How will NDA-3.0 be for your hard-earned money? Is there a bad government for your investments? Should the incoming government worry debt investors? Should you invest in equities, mutual funds or debt instruments? Questions such as these are worrying investors. So here are some answers that should give an idea of what is in store for you in the next five years.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Housing, building material & related sector might be a dark horse in Modi 3.0
Whether the thrust on railway, defence & environment for capex would pan is not clear at this point, and markets hate uncertainty & de-rating happens when growth is not certain
Valuations in PSU capital goods, infra & defence remain expensive: Pratik Gupta
The macro environment is extremely stable, whether it is the fiscal deficit, the current account deficit, inflation, forex reserves, so that is really one of the big attractions for both global as well as domestic investors.
India has made huge strides, but the new govt still has a lot to do
The past decade in India has seen significant transformations in infrastructure, economic reforms, and digitization, laying the groundwork for sustained growth. The challenge for the new government is to maintain an 8%-plus growth rate and increase per capita income. To achieve this, private investment must drive growth, with investments rising to 32-35% of GDP. Scaling up manufacturing, outcome-oriented skill development, supporting women and youth entrepreneurs, reforming municipal governance, realizing tourism potential, accelerating R&D, and addressing urban challenges are key areas for action.
Infra sector going to be challenged; time to take a pause: Rupal Bhansali
Ironically, I actually think it is a very healthy development. I know the market reacted quite negatively. Obviously, vis-a-vis expectations, it was certainly an upset loss.
Lok Sabha election results: Nomura says India's economic fundamentals remain robust
"Our assessment is that India's economic fundamentals remain robust. Reforms in India have generally survived the test of politics and we expect the government to continue the pace of governance and administrative reforms, leaving states to work around the more intractable reforms around land and labour," Nomura said.
After sales of over Rs 12,000-crore in a day, FPIs could wait & watch
Analysts anticipate pressure on the new government to balance coalition demands with economic policies. U R Bhat expects policy continuity despite BJP's lower seat count.
Market will wait for policy recalibration before taking a portfolio call: Nilesh Shah
One policy recalibration which probably will happen is that there will be more support to consumption at the bottom end of the pyramid and for mass market product. Now, with that kind of policy recalibration, markets will then adjust to a new level and try to build scenario.
FDI fall seen across India, not just Karnataka, says industries minister Patil
State's industries minister MB Patil highlighted the decline in FDI in Karnataka and the entire country due to global factors and flawed policies of the Centre, with FDI decreasing from US $71 billion to US $70 billion in 2023-24.
Infrastructure cost overruns hit a 12-month high
Cost overruns and delays continued to afflict central government projects in April with experts citing the general election as a key reason for the current slowdown in infrastructure activity. The ratio of cost overruns in central government projects hit a 12-month high of 20.09% in April, rising from 18.65% in the previous month, government data showed on Tuesday.
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