The Fed is seen delivering another large rate hike in three weeks’ time and ultimately lifting rates to 4.75%-5% by early next year, if not further, after the inflation report. Although traditionally considered an inflation hedge, interest rate hikes to combat soaring prices have reduced bullion’s appeal since it yields no interest.
AU Small Finance Bank Q2 profit jumps 53% to Rs 858 crore
AU’s gross non-performing assets ratio fell 42 basis points (bps) to 1.99% at the end of September. This helped in 25% lower provision at Rs