Indian companies raised $2.92 billion through overseas loans in April, with NBFCs leading the way, securing $1.53 billion for on-lending and sub-lending. Shriram Finance topped the list with $955 million in external commercial borrowings. ECB has become a cheaper funding option for NBFCs, diversifying their funding mix amid reduced bank lending due to risk weights.
Oil prices turn lower as investors assess outlook for US-Iran peace talks
Brent crude futures were down 21 cents, or 0.2%, at $98.27 a barrel at 0039 GMT, after touching $99.38 earlier in the session. West Texas