The impact of the Moody’s Investors Service report is likely to be different on the two groups of debt holders, bankers said. An immediate market reaction in a selloff could lead to mark-to-market losses on bond portfolios. For banks, the projection on pre-tax earnings provides visibility on payments for at least 18 months.
Will RBI rate hikes intensify selloff in bank stocks? Analysts explain why fears may be overdone
Bank shares have endured steep declines as investors brace for imminent interest rate hikes from the RBI. Some analysts suggest that the recent selloff may