India now permits full foreign ownership in insurance firms. However, industry experts believe this change will not immediately bring many new foreign companies. Setting up an insurer requires substantial investment and a long-term view in a competitive market. Existing joint ventures might see increased stakes, but new ventures from scratch are unlikely.
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Government bonds in Japan, Australia and New Zealand retreated, following declines in Treasuries during the New York session. Weak demand at a $70 billion sale