Global funds sour on India stocks as some cut allocation to zero
Global investors are reducing Indian equity exposure due to a lack of AI investment themes. Foreign portfolio ownership has fallen to a seventeen-year low as funds exit the market. India now ranks as the least-favored market in Asia according to a recent survey. Local institutions are providing support, but foreign capital remains a concern. Investors […]
Oversold markets may stage near-term rebound, say analysts
Indian equities experienced a decline on Friday, mirroring Asian markets’ downward trend. Both Nifty and Sensex indices closed lower for a fifth consecutive week. Rising crude oil prices and US bond yields kept investors on edge throughout the trading session. Broader market indices also saw a dip, reflecting the overall market sentiment. Despite some recovery, […]
Indian rupee weakens to 95.55 amid rising crude oil prices and Strait of Hormuz tensions
The Indian rupee fell by eleven paise on Friday, closing at 95.55 against the dollar as benchmark crude oil prices rose to $105 per barrel, fueling global uncertainties. The rupee faced mounting pressure from external factors during the week, with a notable demand for dollars from oil companies and dollar sales from state-run banks. It […]
RBI to drain Rs 1 lakh crore as VRRR auctions fail to absorb liquidity
The Reserve Bank of India will drain Rs 1 lakh crore through bond sales this month after VRRR auctions failed to absorb excess liquidity. The move follows dollar inflows, with Governor Sanjay Malhotra signalling multiple tools to manage surplus funds.
10-year bond yield crosses 7% as RBI trims auction bids
On Friday, benchmark government bond yields climbed by five basis points, surpassing the 7% threshold. The Reserve Bank of India managed to accept less than half of the amount it had targeted in a three-year bond auction. Factors such as high global risk-free rates and escalating crude oil prices are exerting pressure on Indian bonds.
India’s forex reserves surge $44.9 billion to record $785.7 billion, fourth largest globally
India’s foreign-exchange reserves surged to a record $785.706 billion. This surge was driven by a dedicated dollar-mobilisation programme and strong inflows. Foreign currency assets increased significantly, while gold reserves saw a contraction. The central bank’s intervention supported the local currency and curbed volatility. These substantial inflows have stabilized the foreign exchange market and improved sentiment.
Sitharaman calls AI a ‘double-edged sword’, urges soft-touch regulation and faster digital rupee push
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted artificial intelligence as a double-edged sword for financial systems. She advocated for a soft-touch regulatory framework for emerging technologies and innovation. The minister urged the Reserve Bank of India to accelerate its digital rupee pilots and capabilities. Sitharaman also dismissed pessimism regarding India’s demographic dividend, emphasizing youth-led growth.
NSE IPO set to open for public on September 17; price band at 1,700-1,785
The National Stock Exchange of India’s IPO opens September 17, closing September 21. Its price band is set between ₹1,700 and ₹1,785 per share. This offer for sale will raise ₹22,561.5 crore from existing shareholders. The issue size was reduced by fifteen percent from earlier proposals. Share allotment is expected September 22, with listing on […]
GFF 2026: Digital finance has scaled, now trust and resilience must catch up, says RBI’s Deputy Governor Murmu
India’s digital finance sector now prioritizes trust and resilience over access. Technology transforms finance, but trust remains the essential bedrock. Operational and cyber resilience are key priorities for the nation’s financial infrastructure. Inclusion must extend beyond smartphones to reach all citizens. Technology distributes services, but responsibility always remains with regulated institutions.