ICICI Prudential AMC’s IPO, valuing the company at Rs 1.07 lakh crore, puts it nearly level with HDFC AMC, reflecting its rise as a co-leader in India’s fast-growing asset management industry. With the largest equity AUM, rapid profit growth and an unmatched distribution network, the fund house commands premium valuations. But rich pricing, tighter Sebi rules and intensifying competition leave little margin for error.
RBI eases restrictions on cash credit accounts, eases current account norms
The Reserve Bank of India has lifted all restrictions on banks opening and maintaining cash credit accounts, offering greater flexibility for short-term working capital loans.