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Vedanta, Vedanta Aluminium post strong Q1 gains as metal prices lift earnings

After their demerger, Vedanta and Vedanta Aluminium Metal have reported robust financial outcomes for the first quarter, primarily due to rising commodity prices. Both companies are eyeing substantial capital investments to propel their growth strategies. With aluminium and base metal prices expected to stay strong in the near future, they are currently valued lower than […]

Banks continue to garner FCNR deposits at a brisk pace

Indian banks are attracting foreign currency deposits at a brisk pace. Indian Bank and Central Bank of India have garnered substantial foreign currency deposits. The Reserve Bank of India’s special measures have brought in significant foreign exchange inflows. These measures are largely driven by FCNR(B) deposits, exceeding previous years’ collections. Banks can swap these deposits […]

Southern banks on a golden lending streak; gold-loan books swell 2x

South Indian banks have seen their gold-loan portfolios nearly double in three years. This significant growth is driven by rising gold prices and increased demand for credit. Federal Bank, CSB Bank, and others experienced substantial portfolio expansions. CSB Bank recorded the fastest growth, more than doubling its gold loan book. Gold loans now represent a […]

Bank of America invests around Rs 18,268 crore for 49.9% stake in Jio Credit

Bank of America will invest up to $1.9 billion in Jio Credit. This significant foreign investment aims to acquire nearly fifty percent of the lending subsidiary. The transaction will provide substantial capital for Jio Credit’s expansion plans. It will combine Jio’s digital network with Bank of America’s financial expertise. This partnership seeks to enhance credit […]

TPG, Temasek sell 13% stake in Dr Agarwals Health Care for Rs 2,008 crore

Global investors TPG and Temasek sold nearly thirteen percent of Dr Agarwals Health Care. They collectively offloaded over four crore equity shares for two thousand eight crore rupees. Several mutual funds and investment firms purchased a significant stake in the eye care chain. This stake sale occurred after the company reported strong quarterly financial results. […]

Rupee ends modestly higher on RBI intervention

On Wednesday, the Indian rupee experienced a modest increase, managing to withstand the upward pressure of crude oil prices. Support from the Reserve Bank of India’s dollar sales played a crucial role in maintaining a stable trading environment, with the rupee fluctuating between 95.25 and 95.44. Traders are optimistic, anticipating an even stronger performance for […]

Supreme Court rulings set to raise insurers’ third-party liability

General insurers face higher motor third-party claim reserves due to Supreme Court rulings. A recent ruling fixes homemakers’ notional income, increasing claim payouts. This interpretation is expected to raise claim outgo significantly over eighteen months. Insurers also face policy standardization for occupant and pillion-rider coverage. Motor third-party insurance remains challenging with rising claim costs and […]

US stocks: S&P 500 ends higher as CoreWeave results fuel AI optimism

US stock markets closed higher on Wednesday, driven by strong AI infrastructure company earnings. Mild inflation data reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve will hold interest rates steady. CoreWeave and other AI firms reported upbeat quarterly results, boosting their stock prices. Data center operators and chipmakers also saw gains following positive company forecasts. Traders now […]

Sebi lowers stress testing limit for commodity derivatives

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has announced a significant reduction in the Z-score limit for stress testing in commodity derivatives, lowering it to five from ten. This strategic shift is designed to enhance compliance and streamline processes within the standardized framework, ensuring that price variations tied to a Z-score of five facilitate […]