Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is set to increase its stake in Yes Bank to 24.2% through two transactions: acquiring 4.2% from a Carlyle Group affiliate for Rs 2,850 crore and an earlier purchase of 13.18% from SBI for Rs 9,000 crore. This move underscores SMBC’s commitment to India, while SBI will retain a 10% stake in Yes Bank.
GIFT Nifty hits record open interest of $21.56 billion; contracts touch all-time high
GIFT Nifty has hit a record open interest of $21.56 billion, reflecting rising global investor participation in India’s offshore derivatives market. The milestone, achieved on