The RBI accepted ₹17,274 crore in Monday’s bond switch auction, 54% of the notified amount, as market yields exceeded the central bank’s comfort. This move aims to reduce near-term redemption pressure and manage the government’s fiscal situation. The centre has budgeted ₹2.5 lakh crore for bond switches in FY26, with ₹69,000 crore already completed.
AU Small Finance Bank shares rally 5% as Q1 PAT jumps 37% to Rs 796 crore, NII up 32% YoY
AU Small Finance Bank share price jumped 5% after it reported a 37% year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 796 crore for the June