The variable rate reverse repo auction saw strong demand. Banks chose to deposit funds with the Reserve Bank of India. This happened amidst a decrease in overnight money market rates. The central bank intervened to maintain rates around the policy repo rate. Lower auction size and liquidity expectations drove higher participation. The weighted average call rate also experienced a decline.
ETMarkets Smart Talk| Building a Rs 10-lakh portfolio in 2026? Naveen Kulkarni of Axis Securities recommends 50%+ in equities
Indian markets are at record highs. Investors are reviewing asset allocation for the coming year. Naveen Kulkarni of Axis Securities PMS suggests a ₹10-lakh portfolio