India’s ESG bond market is experiencing significant growth, driven by increasing global investor demand for sustainable assets and supportive domestic policies like SEBI’s BRSR Core. Lower borrowing costs incentivize companies to raise capital more aggressively. Sectors such as renewable energy and clean transportation are leading the charge, with more Indian corporates expected to embrace ESG-linked financing.
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Q1 profit jumps 35% on strong income growth
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank reported a 35% year-on-year rise in June quarter net profit to Rs 412 crore, driven by higher income and net interest income.