PRIVATE SECTOR ACTIVITY
Underwater-launched UAV & more: DRDO sanctions seven new projects to private sector companies
DRDO's Technology Development Fund projects include simulator training tools by Oxygen 2 Innovation, ISR and MDA underwater vehicles by Sagar Defence, icing sensors by Craftlogic Labs, radar processors by Data Patterns, advanced timing systems by Accord Software, and graphene-based e-textiles using advanced nanocomposite materials by Alohatech. Aims to bolster India's military industrial ecosystem.
India's PMI surges in June, steel and services sectors drive economic growth: SBI
In June 2024, India's manufacturing sector saw a surge in the Purchasing Managers' Index and hiring activity, while the Eight Core Industries Index expanded by 6.5%. Steel demand boomed, driven by real estate, but auto sales slowed. The services sector excelled in digital payments, with strong domestic and international sales growth. Power consumption and UPI transactions also hit record highs, indicating a robust economic landscape for India in FY25.
Navigating bull run: Rajesh Palviya's insights on Bank Nifty and sectoral moves
Rajesh Palviya of Axis Securities provides insights into the current trends and expectations for Bank Nifty, highlighting key support and resistance levels. He discusses the impact of recent performances by private and PSU banks and shares his views on sustaining the market's bull run driven by bullish sentiment and liquidity flows.
June services activity gets export push, PMI at 60.5
India's services sector saw robust growth in June, driven by a record surge in international sales and strong demand, according to HSBC’s PMI, which rose to 60.5. Employment grew at its fastest pace in 22 months. Despite rising market uncertainties, service providers remain optimistic about future business activity.
Could IT make a meaningful comeback in Q1? Deven Choksey explains
Deven Choksey highlights the importance of sticking with larger banks for business growth and emphasizes the positive outlook for IT companies. Additionally, L&T's promising future is underlined by margin expansion and improved execution. Choksey further says that one shouldn't expect too big a rally in IT and that one should stay focused on some of the larger banks as far as the portfolio investment is concerned
Economy on strong wicket after fiscal first quarter
India's economy showed strong first-quarter performance with surging manufacturing activity, robust GST collections, and record-high Sensex, alongside a rise in passenger car sales and new export orders from overseas markets, as highlighted by industry experts and economic indicators.
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Fresh capital raised via IPOs surges to a 9-year high, hints at private capex revival
Of the ₹33,610 crore raised by 37 companies so far in 2024, about 45%, or ₹15,190 crore, were through new shares, the highest proportion since 2015, when India Inc. raised nearly 48% fresh capital, according to data from primedatabase.com. The funds raised as fresh issues in 2024 were to either finance capital assets or retire existing debt obtained to build capacities, according to IPO documents.
Expect a rally in PSU bank stocks in next few days: Vinit Bolinjkar
While IT remains a trading pick, I am cautious due to potential downside risks in the US market affecting IT jobs. Pharma and FMCG are top picks due to the expected resurgence in consumption, likely to drive strong performances over the next quarters.
Eurozone business activity slows on French vote risk
Euro-area private-sector business activity lost momentum as France's snap election outcome weighs on firms. S&P Global's PMI fell to 50.8 in June, disappointing analysts. Europe's economy, recovering from last year's recession, faces challenges.
India business activity rises in June, job creation at 18-year high
India's business activity expanded at a faster pace this month than in May, thanks to gains in manufacturing and services. The pace of job creation was at its strongest in over 18 years, marking a strong start to the country's economy this financial year. HSBC's flash India Composite Purchasing Managers' Index rose to 60.9 in June, marking nearly three years above the 50-level separating growth from contraction.
Credit growth up by 19.3%, crosses deposit growth; PVBs outpace PSBs: CareEdge
Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) in India saw a significant 19.3% year-on-year credit growth in the last quarter of FY24, translating to an expansion of ₹26.6 lakh crore, reaching ₹164.3 lakh crore in total credit. This surge was driven by personal loans and lending to NBFCs. Deposit growth lagged at 13.6%, with the credit-to-deposit ratio rising to 79.7%.
Services activity growth eases to 5-month low in May
India's services sector output growth moderated in May, reaching its lowest level in five months, according to the HSBC India Services Business Activity Index. The index slipped to 60.2 from 60.8 in April, indicating a softening in services activities due to factors like severe heat waves and price pressures. While domestic new orders eased slightly, they remained robust, supported by strong demand conditions and successful advertising. Export demand also provided support, with new orders rising at the fastest pace in nearly a decade.
Rising heat cools mfg PMI to 3-mth low as input costs bite
Manufacturing activity decreased to 57.5 in May from 58.8 in the previous month due to heatwaves and rising costs, as per a private survey by HSBC. The sector saw a softer rise in new orders and output, impacting work hours and production volumes for manufacturing firms.
Asian factory activity expands in May on robust global demand
Manufacturing activity in Asia showed growth in May according to private surveys released on Monday, fueled by increasing global demand. This development adds to optimism for a continued economic recovery in the region, particularly with China displaying initial signs of resurgence.
Credit growth slows in April across major sectors
Bank credit growth is expected to moderate 200 basis points (one bps is 0.01 percent) to 14% this fiscal after an estimated robust growth of 16% in fiscal 2024, according to ratings firm Crisil. Strong economic activity and retail credit demand drove loan growth last fiscal. This fiscal growth will be tempered by a high base effect, a revision in risk weights and a somewhat lower gross domestic product growth, it said.
Indian economy likely grew at weakest pace in a year in Jan-March, says Reuters poll
India's economy likely experienced its slowest growth in a year during the January-March quarter, attributed to weak domestic demand, according to a Reuters poll of economists. This follows a surprising 8.4% GDP growth in the October-December quarter, boosted by a sharp drop in subsidies that artificially increased net indirect taxes, while gross value added (GVA) grew by 6.5%. For the January-March period, GDP growth is expected to have slowed to 6.7%, with GVA growth at 6.2%.
India seen to emerge as an economic superpower in impending problem-ridden global financial landscape
Global recession risks have diminished, but inflation concerns threaten financial stability. The IMF, World Bank, and rating agencies forecast a slowdown in global growth, citing Middle East conflicts, financial stress, persistent inflation, and reduced international trade as key risks. The IMF's Global Debt Monitor reveals global debt at $235 trillion, or 238% of global GDP, raising fears of a debt crisis. Fiscal prudence may suffer as many nations face elections this year.
Growth momentum likely to stay in Q1FY25: FinMin
The finance ministry's April report predicts strong economic activity in FY25, with rising industrial activity and fixed investments. Positive macro-economic indicators include a bright manufacturing outlook and improved services sector, supported by increased capacity utilization and EPFO data.
Private sector activity gathers pace in May, job creation highest in 18 years
India's private sector activity surged in May, marking the third strongest increase since July 2010, as per a private survey. The HSBC Flash India Composite Output Index climbed to 61.7, with both manufacturing and services sectors showing robust expansion. New export orders reached their highest level since September 2014. While manufacturing activity slightly eased, services sector growth accelerated to its fastest pace in four months.
Private sector activity picks up to 61.7 in May, according to HSBC Flash PMI
The HSBC Flash India Composite Output Index rose to 61.7 in May compared with 61.5 in the previous month. “The latest data showed strength in new export orders for both sectors, which rose at the fastest pace since the series started in September 2014,” said Pranjul Bhandari, chief India economist, HSBC.
Indian economy likely grew at a 4-quarter low in Q4: ICRA
Economists predict India's economy to grow at a four-quarter low of 6.7% in Q4FY24. The growth in 3 FY24 was 8.4%. Agricultural GVA is likely to contract for 2nd straight quarter, amid rabi output concerns. Overall GVA growth expected to ease to 5.7% in Q4, driven by industrial and services sectors. ICRA forecasts FY2024 GDP and GVA growth at 7.8% and 7.0%, respectively.
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"ISRO aims to explore human space flight activities, build space stations": Chairman Somnath
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Sreedhara Panicker Somanath on Sunday attended a programme at a school and said that the space agency aims to explore human space flight activities and build space stations.
RBI's latest norms may derail Modi govt's flagship economy driver
RBI's draft guidelines propose increased provisioning for infrastructure projects under construction, potentially impacting India's capital expenditure momentum. Banks fear higher provisions could elevate interest rates, delay projects, and stress loans. This move could impede the Modi government's capex drive, which has invigorated private sector activity. Despite historical loan default trends, RBI's rationale for these stringent measures remains unclear
Service activity eased slightly to 60.8 in April
India's service sector maintained strong growth in April, easing slightly to 60.8. Service exports, notably to the Middle East, drove new orders and domestic demand. FY24 projects a 4.4% rise to $339.6 billion.
M&A deal value surged 60% q-o-q to $19.6 billion in Q1 2024, says PwC India report
Sector-wise, traditional sectors took the lead, drawing significant investments in the changing deal-making scenario. The media and entertainment sector topped the charts in terms of value, while the retail and consumer sectors continue to lead in terms of deal volume.
Private sector activity rises to highest level in nearly 14 years
India's private sector activity surged to a 14-year high, driven by strong demand, according to preliminary data released by HSBC. The Flash India Composite PMI Output Index rose to 62.2 in April. Service growth accelerated, especially in international markets, while manufacturing remained steady. Optimism and improved margins were noted, but inflation remained above average
Business activity rises to 8-month high in March
The HSBC Flash India Composite PMI Output Index rose to 61.3 in March from 60.6 in February. The increase was led by manufacturing output, which expanded at its fastest pace of 63.5 in nearly three and a half years from 60.7 in February. Manufacturing PMI, which represents private activity in the sector, rose to 59.2 compared with 56.9 in the previous month.
Private sector activity rises to eight month high of 61.3 in March
India’s private sector output rose to its highest level in eight months to 61.3 in March compared with 60.6 in the previous month, according to results of a private survey released Thursday.
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