Why are Indian corporates flocking to capital markets for funding?
Indian corporates significantly increased their reliance on capital markets in FY25, with resource mobilization surging by 32.9% to ₹15.7 lakh crore. Debt instruments, particularly private placements, dominated the fundraising, while equity also played a substantial role. This shift reflects a move away from traditional bank lending towards cheaper and faster access to funds.
HDB Financial likely to list with moderate gains
HDB Financial Services’ IPO, oversubscribed 16.69 times, is expected to debut with moderate gains. Analysts suggest investors who missed the allotment can consider buying for the long term. Experts predict a listing gain of 5-10%, advising a minimum 3-year investment horizon for potential returns, citing the company’s strong fundamentals and reasonable IPO pricing.
Loans flow at a faster clip into MSMEs; asset quality up, too
MSME lending outpaced retail and services sectors in FY25, growing by 14.1% amid overall deceleration in bank credit. The surge was supported by improved asset quality, with a decline in subprime borrowers and gross NPA ratio. Government credit guarantee schemes like CGFMU and ECLGS facilitated credit flow to vulnerable enterprises, though with higher NPA ratios.
Gold loans turn microfinance companies’ best bet amid fears about the unsecured
Microfinance companies in India are increasingly turning to gold loans to diversify their portfolios and reduce risk, spurred by relaxed RBI regulations. Arohan Financial Services and Uttrayan Financial Services are actively exploring this market, while others consider loans against property. The shift allows NBFC-MFIs to have a larger non-microfinance portfolio, enhancing credit ratings and profitability.
Indian stocks at risk of overvaluation amid low-growth environment, warns RBI
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cautioned about overvaluation risks in Indian stocks, particularly in the small and mid-cap segments, amidst a low-growth global environment. Market experts, including Nilesh Shetty from Quantum Advisors, echo these concerns, noting that current valuations may not be justified by expected earnings growth.