Sugar stocks declined up to 4% on Thursday after India prohibited sugar exports with immediate effect until September 30. This move comes as domestic production is expected to fall below consumption for the second consecutive year, leading to the lowest stock levels since 2016-17. Exports under specific tariff rate quotas and the Advance Authorisation Scheme will continue.
Patchy rains may hit rural lending, banks stay cautious
Bankers are closely watching monsoon rains and their impact on rural credit. Uneven rainfall poses inflation risks for summer crops and rural incomes. A strong