Export uncertainty may dull domestic momentum for solar companies
US imposition of a 125.87% countervailing duty on Indian solar modules is set to impact domestic companies by potentially lowering module prices. Exporters may redirect unsold inventory to India, while companies like Waaree Energies are strengthening US manufacturing to mitigate the effects. The duty erodes future revenue visibility for Indian manufacturers targeting the US market.
Global Market Today | Asian stocks climb, Nvidia pares earlier gains
Asian markets are rising for the fourth day. Concerns about artificial intelligence are easing. Nvidia’s sales forecast is upbeat. This is boosting Asian chipmakers. South Korea’s Kospi Index reached a record high. The dollar weakened. Gold edged up. Bitcoin fell. Investors are watching Nvidia’s outlook to support the AI trade.
Microfinance in revival mode; MFIs, private banks expand business in January
The microfinance sector is consolidating after a period of stress. Private banks and NBFC-MFIs have increased their lending portfolios. While the overall market saw a slight dip, early delinquency rates are improving. Experts anticipate a return to normal growth by the end of the first quarter of FY27. This marks an inflection point for the […]
RBI summons Yes Bank executives over forex card breach
The Reserve Bank of India has called in senior Yes Bank executives after a major security incident involving the Yes Bank–BookMyForex multi-currency forex card. According to reports, card numbers and CVV details of numerous customers may have been exposed. The RBI has demanded a full account of how the breach occurred and what safeguards failed.
IT bounce breaks 5-day losing run, but analysts warn relief may be short-lived
Indian IT stocks saw a brief rebound on Wednesday, ending a losing streak. However, analysts caution this relief might be temporary. Most derivative bets remain bearish after the IT index’s substantial drop. The sector experienced pressure throughout February, with new AI tools intensifying concerns about future revenue. Short covering fueled the bounce, but underlying weakness […]
IIFL Finance to raise up to $750 million via ECBs, dollar bonds
Fairfax-backed IIFL Finance is planning to raise $500-750 million in external commercial borrowings and dollar bonds this March. This move aims to diversify its funding sources and support business growth, with discussions underway with existing investors and banks from Singapore and Taiwan. The fundraising will utilize dollar-denominated loans and foreign currency social bonds.
Credit card spends moderate in Jan from festival highs in Dec
Credit card spending in India moderated in January to Rs 1.99 lakh crore, down from December’s festival-led high but up over 8% year-on-year. This indicates a normalization of growth after a festive surge, with active card numbers rising to 116.6 million, though new additions slowed due to tighter underwriting and regulatory caution.
Metal stocks rise 7%, analysts see potential upside of up to 25%
Metal stocks surged over 7% on Wednesday, driven by firm base metal prices and reduced uncertainty over US tariffs. Analysts suggest buying on dips, anticipating up to 25% upside. Companies like Lloyds Metals, National Aluminium, and Vedanta saw significant gains as investors shifted funds from IT to the buoyant metal sector.