Private sector banks, led by HDFC Bank, have sold nearly ₹40,000 crore of loans this fiscal to enhance liquidity and balance their books amid slow deposit growth. This marks a significant shift as banks like HDFC Bank, IDFC First Bank, and RBL Bank use loan sales via pass-through certificates and direct assignments to manage credit-deposit ratios effectively.
Ather Energy IPO crosses the line in final hours of Day 3; retail portion booked 1.55 times
Ather Energy’s Rs 3,000-crore IPO achieved full subscription on its final day, driven by strong institutional demand, although grey market signals remained weak. Retail investors