RBI likely to extend rate pause; neutral stance seen unchanged
Economists anticipate the Reserve Bank of India will maintain its current interest rate at 5.25 percent. The central bank is also expected to keep its neutral monetary policy stance for the fourth review. Some economists foresee a potential rate hike in the second half of fiscal year twenty twenty-seven. Inflation forecasts for fiscal year twenty […]
RBI special windows seen big enough to bring in $100B
India’s new forex inflow programs may attract approximately one hundred billion dollars. These special drives have already mobilized over forty billion dollars in foreign exchange. Experts predict these initiatives could significantly exceed initial mobilization estimates. The Reserve Bank of India introduced these facilities to support the balance of payments. These programs aim to cushion the […]
New F&O closing auction rules: Impact on traders, investors decoded
Exchanges will change how stock closing prices are decided for F&O stocks. A new closing auction will determine the final price after normal trading ends. This auction aims to reduce the impact of last-minute large orders. Mutual funds will benefit from more efficient execution of their closing trades. Active traders and proprietary desks will see […]
India, Canada aim to conclude CEPA trade pact by end-2026: MEA
India and Canada are working to finalize their economic partnership agreement. Negotiations for the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement are progressing well. Both nations aim to conclude these important talks by the end of 2026. This agreement seeks to liberalize trade and strengthen economic cooperation between the two countries. Prime Minister Modi plans a visit later […]
Govt’s urban reset: Centre divides ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs into two specialised verticals
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has undergone a significant structural overhaul. Senior bureaucrats were replaced and new leadership appointed to spearhead its flagship missions. The ministry was split into two specialized departments, focusing on capital development and urban development. This administrative revamp aims to streamline service delivery and accelerate infrastructure projects. Personnel shifts […]
RBI special windows seen big enough to bring in $100B
India’s new forex inflow programs may attract approximately one hundred billion dollars. These special drives have already mobilized over forty billion dollars in foreign exchange. Experts predict these initiatives could significantly exceed initial mobilization estimates. The Reserve Bank of India introduced these facilities to support the balance of payments. These programs aim to cushion the […]
AI may hurt IT today, but it could create the sector’s next growth engine: Baroda BNP Paribas MF
AI may disrupt traditional revenue streams in India’s $280-billion IT services industry, but Rohan Korde of Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund believes it could also drive the sector’s next growth phase. He sees opportunities in enterprise AI deployment, data engineering, cybersecurity, cloud integration and specialised chip infrastructure, while favouring financial services, healthcare and consumer services […]
These 9 equity mutual funds delivered over 10% returns in July. Did you invest in any of them?
Technology-focused mutual funds dominated the performance charts in July, with nine equity schemes delivering returns of over 10%. HDFC Technology Fund topped the list with a 16.91% gain, while international funds accounted for most of the double-digit losers during the month.
11 penny stocks surged up to 198% in 6 months. Do you own any?
Eleven penny stocks delivered multibagger returns of up to 198% over the past six months. Screened using a market capitalisation below Rs 1,000 crore, a share price under Rs 20, and a minimum latest trading volume of 5 lakh shares, these low-priced stocks stood out for their strong price momentum despite the high risks typically […]
Dividends & stock splits: Maruti Suzuki, ICICI Bank among nearly 100 stocks turning ex-date this week. Do you own?
Nearly 100 stocks, including Maruti Suzuki, ICICI Bank, Coforge and Vedanta Aluminium, will trade ex-date between August 3 and August 7 for dividends and stock splits. Key corporate actions include Maruti Suzuki’s Rs 140-per-share dividend, Bosch’s Rs 270 payout and stock splits by Tembo Global Industries and JOJO Ltd.