India is set to reapply for inclusion in major global bond indices. This follows significant tax exemptions for foreign investors on capital gains and withholding taxes. The country has also expanded its long-dated securities pool. Officials are engaging with global index operators and the Bank for International Settlements. These moves aim to attract substantial foreign investment into Indian government bonds.
Top corporate bonds, long gilts can be a good play as RBI holds rates
The RBI maintained its repo rate at 5.25% and a neutral stance, raising inflation forecasts due to West Asian conflict-driven oil price hikes. Fund managers