Domestic institutions have reached an all-time high ownership of 18.72% in Indian firms, surpassing foreign investors whose stake fell to a 14-year low of 16.6%. This shift is driven by steady inflows from systematic investment plans, wealthy individuals, and increased equity exposure from pension funds, with mutual funds leading the charge.
Patchy rains may hit rural lending, banks stay cautious
Bankers are closely watching monsoon rains and their impact on rural credit. Uneven rainfall poses inflation risks for summer crops and rural incomes. A strong