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Jio Financial Services gets RBI nod to become core investment company
The Reserve Bank of India on Thursday evening approved Jio Financial's conversion from a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) to a Core Investment Company (CIC), the company said in a filing.
TFCILTD in focus: Adani Group advisor and former MD & CEO of Karnataka Bank join TFCILTD
TFCILTD, an NBFC, appoints Deepak Amitabh and Dr Mahabaleshwara MS, boosting strategic capabilities. Amitabh, an Adani Group advisor, is strong in financial strategy. Dr. Mahabaleshwara, ex-MD & CEO of Karnataka Bank, enhanced digital footprint, key for financial planning, management, governance, and exploring growth avenues.
Edelweiss Financial Services launches fresh bond issue of Rs 200 crore
Edelweiss Financial Services opened a fresh public issue of bonds or Secured Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) with value of Rs. 100 crores and a green shoe option of Rs. 100 crores, aggregating to a total of Rs. 200 crores. The issue will open on July 8 and close on July 22.
GIFT Nifty signals a negative start for D-Street. Here's the trading setup for today's session
Equity markets saw slight gains and traded within a limited range on Thursday. Analysts noted that the release of preliminary business updates ahead of quarterly reports is boosting confidence in strong Q1 earnings.
Railways to make 10,000 non-AC coaches over FY25 and FY26
Indian Railways plans to introduce 10,000 non-air-conditioned coaches by 2025-26, with 53% being general coaches, to cater to common passengers' needs. The annual production takes into account dynamic rail service demands influenced by seasonal changes and increasing passenger traffic. Officials highlighted the production aligning with requirements, stating that 4,485 coaches will be made this fiscal year, including various types like sleeper coaches, seating-cum-luggage rake coaches, high-capacity parcel vans, and pantry cars.
India passes anti-money laundering review, but FATF calls for improved oversight in non-financial sectors
India's compliance with anti-money laundering rules under FATF scrutiny includes improving supervision in non-financial sectors and facing criticism over counter-terrorism laws, with the country being a member of the FATF alongside major economies like the US, Japan, France, EU, and China.
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RBI cautions against surge in private credit between corporates and non-banks
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) warns of systemic risks from the rapid growth of private credit, which has quadrupled in the past decade, especially due to its opacity and interconnectedness with banks and non-banks. The RBI highlights potential vulnerabilities in this segment, including the risk of sharp losses during a credit cycle downturn and challenges posed by complex structures and liquidity risks.
Rs 32,000 crore-inflow in 12 days! 7 reasons why FIIs are chasing Indian stocks non-stop
In the evolving market landscape, investors are driven by factors like rate cut speculations and a long-term investment view, shaping market sentiments. The recent surge in FII investments, particularly in bluechip stocks, indicates a strategic shift towards sustainable growth opportunities.
Competitive intensity in used vehicle market to be on the rise: India Ratings
India Ratings and Research predicts that vehicle financiers will increase the share of used vehicles in their AUM due to rising new vehicle prices, food inflation, heat wave, moderation in capacity utilization due to elections, and slowing rural economy. The agency also expects a decrease in FY25 growth rates from FY24 levels. The agency expects non-bank finance companies to focus on used vehicles as assets class, presenting a favorable risk-return in terms of asset quality and pricing power.
Perform or perish: Government asks PSBs to identify non-performing vendors, create negative list
The government directs public sector banks (PSBs) to blacklist underperforming service providers and collaborate to enhance efficiency. Finance ministry mandates periodic reviews of empaneled advocates' performance in Debt Recovery Tribunals (DRTs). PSBs urged to scale up utilities and peer-to-peer collaboration for improved services.
Tech View: Nifty giving non-directional moves. Here’s how to trade on Friday
According to experts, the short-term trend of Nifty remains positive despite high volatility. After surpassing the resistance level of 22,250, the index shows a probability of moving towards the next resistance at 23,200 in the near term. Immediate support is at 22,640
India's non-banking financial sector grew by 10%; declined globally by 3 %
India's non-banking financial sector grew by 10% as per an SBI report, while the global sector saw a 3% decline. NBFI entities focus on lending and financing without public deposits. The report noted India as the third-largest in the sector, highlighting the banking system's resilience, improved asset quality, macroeconomic fundamentals, and government initiatives for a level playing field. RBI's proactive measures ensured stability, growth, innovation, and advancements in digital banking.
One in three elders report zero earnings in the past year, only 29% access pensions
The survey included 5,169 elderly people and 1,333 caregivers across 20 Tier I and Tier II cities in 10 states. The study captured the experiences of elderly people from cities such as Jaipur, Bikaner, Faridabad, Panipat, Kanpur, Bareilly, Indore, Ujjain, Kolkata, Siliguri, Bhubaneswar, Rourkela, Ahmedabad, Bhavnagar, Greater Mumbai, Solapur, Chennai, Salem, Bengaluru, and Hubli-Dharwad.
Sales of listed private non-financial cos register 6.9 pc growth in Q4 of FY24
Sales of listed private non-financial companies registered a growth of 6.9 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2023-24 compared to a 5.5 per cent rise in the previous quarter, according to the Reserve Bank data released on Thursday. The sales growth of these companies was 8 per cent in the January-March quarter of 2022-23.
FIDC urges RBI to relax draft guidelines on infrastructure provisioning
The Finance Industry Development Council (FIDC) has urged the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to reconsider and clarify certain proposals in its recent draft circular on infrastructure provisioning, arguing for more flexibility to support the infrastructure sector, specifically addressing concerns regarding standard asset provisions during the construction phase and minimum financing limits.
RBI to boost rupee's internationalisation, liberalise norms for non-residents
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is intensifying efforts to internationalize the Indian Rupee (INR) by making regulatory changes for non-residents and enhancing the appeal of the GIFT City as an international financial center. The RBI plans to liberalize regulations related to INR accounts for non-residents and allow them to open rupee accounts outside India.
Capital needs to remain high for Indian corporates: Moody's
Moody's Ratings reported on Thursday that Indian corporates face high capital requirements for capacity expansion and growth spending. 16 out of 23 rated companies are estimated to need USD 70-100 billion annually over the next two years. While domestic liquidity can cover some needs, offshore funding remains crucial. Strong consumption growth, infrastructure spending, and government targets will continue to drive corporate capital needs.
South African regulator fines SBI's branch
The bank informed the stock exchange that the financial penalty consists of an immediately payable portion of 5.50 million rand, which the SBI branch in South Africa has already paid. The remaining 4.50 million rand is suspended for 36 months, contingent on compliance within this period.
IDBI SASF gets 18 offers for bad loans
IDBI Bank's Stressed Assets Stabilisation Fund (SASF) aims to recover 11.59% by selling non-performing loans worth ₹6,151 crore.
Karur Vysya Bank to open 100 new branches in current financial year: MD & CEO
Karur Vysya Bank aims to open 100 new branches this year, with Chairperson Meena Hemchandra inaugurating the 840th branch in Ayodhya. MD and CEO B Ramesh Babu plans to add 100 branches, achieving a record net profit of Rs 1,605 crore, and maintaining a 0.40% NPA as of March 31, 2024.
FD interest rate up to 8.6%: 10 corporate fixed deposits with the highest interest rates
A corporate fixed deposit, or corporate FD, is a term deposit with fixed interest rates kept for a predetermined amount of time majorly issued by Non-Banking Financial Corporations (NBFCs) & Housing Finance Companies (HFCs). Here is list of company fixed deposit interest rates.
IFSC regulator looking to allow NBFCs operate as risk aggregators
The International Financial Services Centres Authority is exploring the option of non-bank financial players acting as risk aggregators for small customers in GIFT City to facilitate FX transactions and manage interest rate risk exposures.
HDFC Bank raises USD 500 mn from IFC for on lending to women borrowers
HDFC Bank secured a USD500 million loan from IFC to support underserved women borrowers by providing microloans through self-help and joint liability groups. The initiative aims to promote financial inclusion and socio-economic growth, empowering women and benefiting the economy.
TBO Tek sees robust listing. What should investors do now?
TBO Tek strong listing can be attributed to the unwavering investor confidence in the company’s solid technological foundation and its potential for continued growth in the online travel sector.
Go Digit Insurance IPO: GMP, price band among 10 things to know before subscribing to the issue
Go Digit Insurance IPO consists of fresh equity issue of Rs 1,125 crore and an OFS of up to 5.47 crore shares. While promoter Go Digit Infoworks will offload stakes, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma will continue to be investors. Its price band has been fixed Rs 258-278 apiece.
Mother's Day gift: Can credit card be a good gift to your mother especially when she is not earning?
Mother's day: This mother's day give her the gift of financial freedom by by taking out a credit card and giving to her. A credit card will be useful for her in many situations like in case of emergencies, household shopping, etc. A credit card will also help a non-working mother by giving her better autonomy.
TBO Tek shares debut at 55% premium over issue price
TBO Tek's shares debuted on NSE and BSE at premiums of 55% and 50% respectively. The company's appeal stems from its robust technological foundation, leveraging a proprietary platform. It raised funds from anchor investors for growth and inorganic acquisitions. IPO opening witnessed strong interest. General Atlantic acquired a minority stake in TBO.
RBI says 15 NBFCs surrendered registration certificates
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced on Friday that 15 Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), including Tata Capital Financial Services and Revolving Investments, have surrendered their certificates of registration for various reasons. Among these, nine NBFCs have ceased to exist as legal entities due to factors such as amalgamation, merger, dissolution, or voluntary strike-off. These nine include Tata Capital Financial Services, Tata Cleantech Capital, Naperol Investments, USG Financial Services, Urja Capital, Vandana Dealers, ABRN Finance, Jodhani Management, and JDS Securities.
Household savings dip over Rs 9 lakh cr in 3 years to Rs 14.16 lakh cr in 2022-23
The net household savings declined to Rs 17.12 lakh crore in 2021-22 and dipped further to a five-year low of Rs 14.16 lakh crore in 2022-23.
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