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Pakistan passes tax-laden budget ahead of talks on fresh IMF loan
Pakistan's parliament passed a tax-heavy finance bill aimed at avoiding a debt default, amid slowest South Asian growth. The budget targets 13 trillion rupees in revenue, a 40% increase, to secure a $6-8 billion IMF bailout. Criticized by opposition, it raises taxes sharply on textiles, mobiles, real estate, and incomes, foreseeing 3.6% growth and 12% inflation.
NARCL receives four bids for debt takeover of Sion Panvel Tollways in Mumbai
National Asset Reconstruction Co (NARCL) has received four expressions of interest for a second round of bidding to take over the debt of Sion Panvel Tollways linking Mumbai and Pune. The initial three bids were rejected for being undervalued. NARCL aims to recover bad debt and has acquired 18 stressed accounts worth Rs 92,510 crore. Bidders have until July 18 to submit new proposals. BoB Capital Markets is advising creditors on the sale.
Going forward, expect good growth from Aadifidelis Solutions: Shikhar Aggarwal, BLS International
Shikhar Aggarwal, Joint MD, BLS International Services talks about inclusion in Nifty tourism index, synergies from buying stake in Aadifidelis Solutions and more. Aggarwal also discusses the major contract renewals which are expected in the next six to nine months. He also says that in one, one-and-a-half years, multiple contracts are expected from European and North American markets
ACME ties up Rs 5,600 cr loan for green energy project in Andhra Pradesh
The projects will have the ability to supply power nationwide during peak hours without disruptions. ACME, ReNew Power, Hero Future Energies and Amp Energy won parts of the tender.
Suraksha Group injects ₹125 crore to revive stalled Jaypee projects
The Suraksha Group has infused ₹125 crore into Jaypee Infratech to speed up construction, bringing hope to over 20,000 homebuyers. This investment, part of the approved resolution plan, aims to kickstart construction and ensure timely completion. The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) recently approved Suraksha's plan, directing compensation of ₹1,335 crore to YEIDA over four years for the benefit of farmers. Suraksha's plan also includes appointments to the JIL board and commitments to address homebuyer concerns.
Federal Reserve is likely to scale back plans for rate cuts because of persistent inflation
The Fed's rate policies typically have a significant impact on the costs of mortgages, auto loans, credit card rates and other forms of consumer and business borrowing. The downgrade in their outlook for rate cuts would mean that such borrowing costs would likely stay higher for longer, a disappointment for potential homebuyers and others.
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Blanket 5% infra provisions to hurt both lenders and project viability: Banks to RBI
Bankers have said the norms be subsumed within new provisioning rules that will require lenders to pre-empt assessment on potential losses. “RBI is also in the process of finalising the expected credit loss (ECL) based provisioning guidelines,” said a senior bank executive. "So, there is a suggestion that these infrastructure norms be subsumed into those.”
Andhra special status back on table as TDP holds key to NDA government formation
Besides cabinet positions, the unresolved issue of 'special status' versus 'special package' for Andhra Pradesh is back on the negotiating table, with the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) playing a crucial role in the formation of the next NDA government. The significance of this battle for Chandrababu Naidu is immense.
Tech-based NBFCs try a balancing act after RBI action on unsecured loans
NBFCs like DMI Finance, Vivriti Capital and InCred Capital expanded unsecured retail and small business lending, leveraging strong fintech partnerships over to grow their business coming out of Covid. Some of these companies took the acquisition route to scale up this business quickly.
Surprise poll results impact startups' plans, and other top stories this week
In a week charged with political buzz, the BJP government came back to power after a stormy election, but without a full majority that left it dependent on the whims of its alliance partners. Unnerved, the markets went into a tailspin on counting day, with both benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty50, dropping 8% intraday. They recovered a day later as hopes of a stable government revived.
Ludhiana toll road lenders approve NARCL's Rs 270 cr offer to settle debt
The Ludhiana Toll Road project, initially planned to be completed by 2014, became a non-performing loan due to delays. PNB is the lead lender, with other creditors including Central Bank and Indian Overseas Bank.
First among equals: 5 PSU stocks which have benefited the most due to government policy push, spending & may continue their journey
Right from perennial under-performers like oil marketing and refining companies to PSU banks. Literally every stock which has the tag of “PSU” stock has seen a re-rating in the last two years. Now that the exit polls are predicting what the street has been looking for, that is continuity in the policy making framework, there is a high probability that there will be another round of re-rating of PSU stocks. So, continued policy and continued re-rating. Like the earlier re-rating, this time also, some sectors and stocks in the PSU space will outperform others. A company which is going to be providing finance for the expansion of the solar energy network which is the next focus area of the government. The overall demand runway for some of the sectors is longer. This essentially means that while every PSU is likely to see a push, there are a select few which are likely to see more tailwinds of business growth and valuation expansion.
'Banks need to look beyond bulk deposits to fund loans': RBI
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Thursday said that banks must reduce their reliance on wholesale deposits to fund loans and be watchful of the risks associated with their advances and trading exposures amid interest rate fluctuations.
Reduce reliance on wholesale deposits to fund loans: RBI to banks
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) advises banks to reduce dependence on wholesale deposits and manage risks from loans and trading amid fluctuating interest rates. Regulatory measures to curb consumer lending and diversify deposit sources are emphasized. The RBI plans to issue new guidelines to enhance financial stability and asset quality in FY25.
Post-COVID, China is back in Africa and doubling down on minerals
Chinese overseas investment, with a focus on minerals extraction in Africa, is rebounding post-pandemic. However, the relationship remains extractive, not fully aligned with the Belt and Road Initiative's goals outlined by President Xi Jinping.
Candidates of strong directional move on 4th June: 5 PSU stocks which have benefited the most due to government policy push and spending
In the last two years, it is a well known fact that every PSU stock has been re-rated by the street, right from perennial under-performers like oil marketing and refining oil companies to PSU banks. But if one looks a bit deeper there are some which have been re-rated more than others. The reason, these are PSUs which are from the sectors where the government has clearly decided are its priority areas and there has been a policy push for these sectors. A company which is going to be providing finance for the expansion of the solar energy network which is the next focus of the government. The overall demand runway for these sectors is longer which means overall growth will be higher when confirmation of policy continuity comes. Also they are in business where it would be difficult for the private sector to compete. Now because it is the policy push which matters, the continuity of tailwinds of higher government spending, will push them for another round of re-rating on the result day.
US on track to establish domestic rare earths supply chain for defence, official says
The US is on track to establish a domestic rare earths supply chain to meet its defense needs by 2027, according to a senior defence official. The US has been driving the build-out of a global supply chain for rare earths, metals used in magnets for green energy industries and defense, beyond dominant producer China since COVID upended global supply chains early this decade. Australia is classified as a domestic source of supply for critical minerals for the US under the Defense Production Act, and the US has been offering funding opportunities to Australian mine developers.
China allocates billions of dollars to bailout its crisis-hit property sector
China has taken decisive measures to tackle the crisis in its property sector, which has been a crucial driver of its economic growth. The People's Bank of China has announced a 300-billion-yuan relending facility to support government-subsidized housing projects. Local state-owned enterprises are encouraged to purchase completed commercial homes to provide affordable housing. Commercial banks have issued significant loans for real estate development and individual housing.
LIC Housing Finance eyes lower double digit loan portfolio growth in FY25
LIC Housing Finance targets "lower double-digit" loan portfolio growth this fiscal, focusing on affordable housing, says MD Tribhuwan Adhikari. March saw a 4.3% y-o-y loan portfolio rise to Rs 2.87 lakh crore. Annual loan disbursement dropped 8% to Rs 58,937 crore, partly due to cautious lending amid competition from other lenders.
PFC examining RBI's draft norms on project financing, sees no impact on profitability
State-run Power Finance Corporation (PFC), India's largest power sector lender, stated that the Reserve Bank of India's draft guidelines on infrastructure project financing will not impact its profitability. The company has sufficient capital adequacy to counter the provision if implemented. PFC reported an 18.4% increase in net profit for the March quarter and a 25% increase for the full financial year. The company's balance sheet crossed ₹10 lakh crore in FY24, with improved asset quality and lower NPAs. PFC's executive director Sandeep Kumar has been appointed as the chief financial officer.
Significant progress made in expediting India-assisted projects in Maldives: Foreign Minister Zameer
Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer highlighted progress in India-assisted projects in the Maldives during his recent bilateral visit to India. Discussions with Indian counterpart S Jaishankar focused on accelerating these projects' execution. India agreed to extend the repayment deadline for USD 150 million of a debt, with no conditions attached. Zameer emphasized the Maldives' commitment to completing these initiatives and reiterated this stance during his India visit. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of India's ongoing projects in the Maldives.
What's the new RBI proposal giving cold sweats to lenders?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed stringent new rules for project finance, aiming to minimize risks associated with long-gestation infrastructure projects. These regulations include higher provisioning during construction phases and classification of delayed projects as non-performing assets. However, banks and NBFCs fear these rules may hinder project viability and impede India's capital expenditure momentum.
Worries build up over RBI strictures on infra financing
The proposed stricter lending criteria, with additional provisioning, are aimed at preventing accounting shocks but could potentially hurt balance sheets of these entities and exert pressure on their valuation multiples, analysts and economists said.
PNB Housing Finance eyes over 17% growth in FY25 loan book
Managing director Girish Kousgi told ET that the lender is aiming to grow its retail book by 17% in FY25, while the overall loan growth is likely to be more when it resumes corporate lending.
PNB Housing Finance aims to grow business by 17% in FY25, the highest rate since 2019
PNB Housing Finance targets significant loan portfolio growth in FY25, driven by retail lending focus. The lender aims to balance affordable, emerging, and prime segments, with strategic branch distribution and varied interest rates for different loan types.
Adani Green Secures $400 million from international banks for 750 MW power projects
AGEL secured $400 million financing for 750 MW solar projects in Rajasthan and Gujarat, with projects having SECI PPA and merchant power setup. Lenders consortium aids AGEL's growth plans and capital management for sustainable debt structure.
Upbeat on demand, car cos revise forecast upwards again
India's car industry has revised its growth projections for the fiscal year to over 8%, nearly twice the rate projected at the start of the year. Passenger vehicle sales in the local market are expected to grow by 8.1-8.2% to 4.23 million units in FY24, driven by better-than-expected economic growth, favorable monsoons despite El Nino conditions, and effective monetary policies that helped rein in high inflation without affecting domestic consumption.
Macrotech Developers to launch 11 projects with Rs 6,260 cr revenue potential in March qtr
Mumbai-based Macrotech Developers is one of the leading real estate developers in the country. It has a major presence in Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Pune. The company markets its properties under the Lodha brand.
To win back male, leverage diaspora
The deal, signed in 2019, allowed India to survey Maldivian territorial waters, and study and chart reefs, lagoons, coastlines, ocean currents and tidal levels. The termination of the agreement is not good news for India since Muizzu's government is reportedly predisposed towards China.
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