New RBI rules demanding 100% collateral for bank guarantees from July 1 are set to significantly impact proprietary trading desks. These firms, crucial to market turnover, face increased funding costs and squeezed profits. Industry experts warn of reduced trading volumes and potential job losses as the cost of capital rises substantially, prompting some firms to seek regulatory review.
SIPs offer steady gains as most fund categories beat benchmark indices
In the last two years, systematic investment plans have shown remarkable performance, with small-cap funds leading with an average return of 14.25%. Retail investor monthly