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Is Wall Street factoring in a rate cut by year-end? Geoff Dennis answers
I think July is a tough call now, although the payroll numbers on Friday will give us another clue on that. But I think they will cut twice before the end of the year, probably in September and December.
Sebi reduces face value of debt securities to Rs 10,000 to boost retail participation
This, however, would be subject to certain conditions like the issuer should appoint at least one merchant banker, and non-convertible debentures and non-convertible redeemable preference shares be plain vanilla, interest or dividend-bearing instruments.
Comeback Trail: After IT, time for large private banks to make a comeback? 6 top private banks with an upside potential of upto 40%
Today, because one private sector bank and some of the PSU banks are under pressure, the bank nifty is trading in the red. Because the bank in question, Kotak Mahindra bank has come under pressure due to one specific development which tends to be eye-catching, the whole narrative shifts to something which is not related to the core business of banking. If one leaves aside what is happening in the banks today and looks at a slightly broader picture, probably there are underlying indications of something else. A probability of a tactical investment opportunity building in the private sector banks taking place. Look at the leaders from that space, HDFC bank which has been at the forefront of getting all negative news is pretty much close to its earlier highs.
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.
Bond inclusion positive for banks; return of FII flows to benefit private banks: Pranav Gundlapalle, Sanford C Bernstein
Private sector banks, particularly HDFC Bank, are poised for growth and profitability. Indian bond inclusion may impact liquidity and interest rates, benefiting the banking sector. Public banks face challenges in profitability and growth compared to private counterparts. Regulatory actions in the NBFC sector may favor established players like Muthoot, says Pranav Gundlapalle.
Funds circling India debt risk being tripped Up by red tape
China's tax exemptions on bond investments set a precedent for India's sovereign debt market, likely attracting more foreign investors. The hurdles faced by outsiders in accessing the market include lengthy documentation, tax treaty variances impacting returns, and the need for registration via custodian banks for trading in certain bonds.
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What should investors do with telecom stocks? Sandip Sabharwal answers
So, the best play is Bharti only because that is a pure play which has profits, which has a decent balance sheet, and which has market share and still gaining market share. Vodafone Idea is more about hope. Now the hope is that at some stage they will make profits. I am very doubtful that one, with their current balance sheet, etc, if shareholders will ever get one rupee EPS also from this company.
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.
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.
10-year benchmark sovereign bond yield slips below 7% as inflation cools in India and US
Yield on the 10-year securities retreated to 6.98% Thursday after India's retail inflation eased to a one-year low of 4.75% in May, as against an 11-month low of 4.83% the previous month.
Uzbekistan's ambitious green economy drive: New Bonds, air quality initiatives, & corporate collaborations
In October 2023, Uzbekistan issued its first international sovereign bonds for green financing, raising UZS 4.25 trillion (about USD 336 million). Additionally, the government is launching a nationwide initiative to measure and monitor air quality, driven by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. This includes installing automatic air monitoring stations, supported by local businesses like Uzum, which is installing monitors at its locations in 30 cities. These efforts aim to provide real-time air quality data to address pollution effectively.
Game's Bond, Electoral Bond: Two reforms that India's new government should undertake
All political funding should be routed transparently through electronic means, via UPI, IMPS, Neft or RTGS. Let parties crowdfund themselves. In a democracy, money should move from the people to their parties, not from politicians to voters.
Insurers lap up GSec derivatives to manage liabilities
Global funds and insurers are showing strong demand for Indian government bonds, particularly ahead of their inclusion in a JP Morgan index. Insurers are increasingly interested in Bond Forward Rate Agreements (Bond-FRA) to manage long-term liabilities, with significant trading activity reported by Clearing Corporation of India (CCIL).
Failed Wall Street trades rate roughly stable under faster settlement
The U.S. failed trades rate stood at 1.90% on Wednesday, stable from Friday, per DTCC. Market expected a rise to 4.1% post T+1 implementation, from 2.9%, as per ValueExchange.
Investors bought Rs 27,000 cr of sovereign gold bonds in FY24: RBI report
Sovereign gold bonds have caught the fancy of investors who bought Rs 27,031 crore worth of the bonds last fiscal, an amount more than four times invested in 2022-23 on the prospects of higher returns and tax benefits.
Wall Street's faster trade settlement sees some temporary bumps
The transition to faster trade settlements in the U.S. faced bumps despite a mainly smooth switch to T+1 settlement cycle from T+2, mandated by the SEC. Market participants anticipated increased trade failures and hiccups in the securities market.
Maharashtra: Death toll climbs to 10 in Dombivali boiler blast, rescue operations underway
A boiler blast at a chemical factory in Dombivli has killed 10 people, with two still missing. Rescue operations continue amidst hazardous conditions. Chairman Siddhesh Kadam, under Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's directive, reviewed the site and emphasized relocating hazardous units to prevent future incidents. Opposition leader Ambadas Danve criticized safety lapses and the factory's proximity to residential areas. Thane Police have filed charges against the factory owners, who are currently absconding. Further details are awaited.
A9 Finsight, Vivriti Asset among top 11 AIF Funds that rose 10-20% in April 2024
A9 Finsight and Vivriti Asset were top performers among AIF Funds in April 2024, outperforming the Nifty50. Several other funds, including Income Builder Fund, also showed impressive growth.
After billboard collapse, BMC to take down remaining hoardings on GRP land
BMC to remove hoardings at Chheda Nagar after 14 deaths at Ghatkopar petrol pump; case filed against M/s Ego Media Private Limited; hoardings on Eastern Express Highway; BMC lacks demolition equipment.
Now investors can buy corporate bonds for just Rs 10,000; should you go for it?
While investing in fixed income, investors typically hunt for safety of capital and predictability of return. Most retail investors shy away from debt funds as these are market-linked. While individual bonds may seem appealing, the onus of due diligence falls on the investor.
Lower face value to enable more retail investors bond with the best corporates
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) last week decided to lower the face value of listed bonds to ₹10,000, from ₹1 lakh. The regulator had in 2022 reduced the face value of such securities to ₹1 lakh from ₹10 lakh.
ETP providers seek RBI nod to facilitate smooth g-sec trades for foreign investors
India's sovereign debt is set to be included in a JP Morgan bond index suite from June 28, while Bloomberg has announced the incorporation of domestic bonds in one of its indices from January 2025. Analysts expect the inclusions to lead to foreign investment inflows of $30 billion-45 billion into the local bond market.
RBI: Govt to buy back bonds worth Rs 40,000 crore; move to ease tight liquidity
The unexpected move is also seen bringing down yields on short-term government bonds, as the three securities that the government has chosen to buy back are all maturing within six to nine months. A fall in government bond yields brings down cost of borrowing for companies as pricing of corporate bonds is benchmarked to sovereign debt. A bulk of corporate borrowing is through short-term papers.
Will profit pool lie with PSU banks rather than private banks going ahead? Mahantesh Sabarad answers
Mahantesh Sabarad discusses the strong outlook for corporate banks, the impact of high crude oil prices on OMCs, challenges faced by private banks with asset quality, and the favorable position of public sector banks in the corporate lending theme.
Best medium duration mutual funds to invest in April 2024
Most mutual fund investors stick to liquid funds, ultra short term funds, short term funds, banking & PSU funds, corporate funds, etc. to take care of their short-term needs. Most of them might know about gilt funds. Even though they may not invest in them.
Exotic corporate debt products lure yield-hungry Indian savers
Private credit firm Vivriti Asset Management Pvt. says sales of securitized debt instruments, or SDIs, are on the rise.
India inc’s fundraising via bonds touches record Rs 9.77 l cr in FY24
Indian companies in FY24 showed a preference for the bond market over equities for fundraising. Privately placed corporate bonds reached Rs 9.77 lakh crore, while equity fundraising totaled Rs 1.26 lakh crore, with Rs 66,806 crore from QIPs.
Electoral bonds: BJP received donations from big corporate groups
Electoral bonds, purchased by various corporate groups, benefitted BJP. The Election Commission's data revealed the donors matching political parties. BJP received donations from a wide range of entities, including pharmaceutical companies and industrialists.
Adani Ports uses unique structure to place bonds with private credit funds
The company, with a market capitalisation of ₹2.6 lakh crore, has placed uniquely structured bonds with a clutch of local private credit funds to mobilise ₹500 crore, said two persons familiar with the issuance that closed on January 9.
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