Indian bond yields experienced a notable increase, reaching their highest levels since early April, driven by market anticipation of a prolonged pause in the current rate-easing cycle. Institutional caution ahead of the upcoming inflation data further contributed to the firm yields. The benchmark 10-year paper’s yields rose by four bps to 6.44%, with significant selling observed during the day.
India, France near deal on tax treaty, to lower levy on dividends paid to French parent companies
India and France are nearing a revised tax treaty that will reduce dividend taxes for French parent companies holding over 10% stakes to 5%, while