Private sector companies have seen their spreads widen, whereas government-owned banks and state-owned companies have largely remained steady, with yields on their dollar bonds remaining flat over the past week following the tariff announcement. However, relief came from tariff pause for some issuers like Biocon Biologics’ 6.67% due 2029 rising 4 points today, though still lower by over 8 points from start of the month.
Why bank stocks are an oasis for investors in a desert of chaos
Banking and financial services have outperformed in 2025, with Bank Nifty and Nifty Financial Services gaining over 8% and 12%. Strong fundamentals, supportive RBI policy,