Investors are showing increased interest in the Reserve Bank of India’s floating rate savings bonds. These bonds offer annual yields up to 8.05% for a seven-year term. Fixed deposit rates are declining, making these bonds attractive. The bonds provide a 35-basis-point markup over the National Savings Certificate. While safe, they lack liquidity and cannot be prematurely withdrawn.
Sugar stocks rally continues: Balrampur Chini, Dhampur Sugar, Uttam Sugar Mills rally up to 4%. Two big triggers
Sugar stocks rallied as domestic sugar prices surged sharply over the past month. Government data showed retail prices rising from Rs 48.18/kg on July 20