Promoters of Indian cos are rushing to complete share buybacks before new tax rules take effect on October 1. The changes will shift the tax burden from companies to shareholders, making buybacks less attractive for high-net-worth individuals. Several companies have already completed or announced buyback offers in anticipation of the new rules.
Rupee shifting to 87-87.50 range against dollar; expects 50-75 bps rate cut in CY25: Upasna Bhardwaj
Upasna Bhardwaj, Chief Economist at Kotak Mahindra Bank, forecasts the rupee shifting towards 87 against the dollar. She projects GDP growth at 6.1% for FY25