Rupee slips 9 paise as dollar demand keeps up pressure
The rupee closed at 96.35, nine paise weaker from its previous close of 96.26 as consistent dollar demand continued to pressure the currency. The currency traded at an intraday low of 96.38 per dollar, a level at which further weakness was contained by RBI intervention, traders said.
SpaceX selloff’s an ominous sign as lockup expiry looms
SpaceX shares have fallen below their initial public offering price, signaling potential future volatility. Insider restrictions are set to lift soon, which could increase available trading shares. This event may impact the company’s market valuation significantly in the coming months. Analysts remain largely positive, recommending buys despite the recent stock decline. The company’s future performance […]
An eye for dollars: SBI brings in $1.9 billion in foreign-currency resources via special scheme, way ahead of peers
State Bank of India mobilized nearly two billion dollars under a central bank incentive. This amount significantly surpasses other state-owned and private sector banks’ efforts. Other lenders like Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank raised smaller sums. Banks are now focusing on attracting overseas currency inflows from the Indian diaspora. This strategy aims to provide […]
Ather Energy’s Rs 1,300-crore QIP subscribed over eight times: sources
The QIP, which opened on Wednesday, drew interest from several marquee domestic mutual funds and foreign institutional investors, the people cited above said. The company launched the issue at a floor price of Rs 1,169.70 per share, 10% lower than its share price of Rs 1,298 on Wednesday.
Funds go on buying spree as cash holdings drop to five-year low
Mutual fund managers reduced cash in equity portfolios to a five-year low. This move utilized recent stock declines in banking and IT sectors. Funds like Parag Parikh Flexicap significantly cut their cash positions. They invested in companies with attractive valuations and resilient earnings. This strategy reflects a shift towards deploying capital in beaten-down stocks.
RBI bars banks, NBFCs from selling acquired stressed assets back to defaulting borrowers, related parties
New Reserve Bank of India norms will prevent lenders from reselling acquired assets to defaulting borrowers. These prudential rules apply to banks, small finance banks, and NBFCs starting October 2026. Specified non-financial assets are those obtained when resolving stressed loans from borrowers. Lenders must establish board-approved policies for acquiring and disposing of these assets. These […]