India’s potential inclusion in the Bloomberg Global Aggregate Bond Index remains delayed, not denied, with operational accessibility the key hurdle. Inclusion could attract $15–25 billion in foreign inflows, diversify India’s bond investor base, ease borrowing pressures, and strengthen its global investment appeal. A phased inclusion remains likely, supporting India’s long-term bond-market integration.
HDFC Bank, Trent among 10 stocks that saw the biggest decrease in mutual fund value in July
Ten stocks saw the biggest month-on-month decline in mutual fund holdings in July, led by HDFC Bank, Axis Bank and L&T. Varun Beverages, Dr Reddy’s