Some bottlenecks: FCNR deposits from UAE come in big; some say flow could be bigger

UAE is poised to spearhead India’s special FCNR(B) deposit scheme, with enticing dollar rates and beneficial tax incentives attracting considerable client interest. Bank officials project that more than ten billion dollars have already been sourced from the UAE. Although operational limitations for bank representatives create hurdles, the robust Indian expatriate community plays a vital role […]

Strong earnings, FPI inflows keep Indian equities resilient despite global risks

Indian equity indices wrapped up July on a high note, achieving their best monthly performance in three months with significant gains. The robust corporate earnings played a critical role in alleviating fears related to rising oil prices. The Nifty and Sensex jumped over 2.5% in the week and nearly 2.1% throughout July.

Sebi disposes of case against Religare Enterprises, Saluja, other persons

Sebi has concluded legal actions against Religare Enterprises and its former chairperson. The regulator found no further directions were needed after the open offer. Proceedings were initiated alleging Religare failed to cooperate with the mandatory open offer. The company had questioned the Burman Group’s ‘fit and proper’ status and delayed approvals. The open offer’s completion […]

Bank credit to industry up 19%, personal loans stay strong

Banking credit to industry saw a robust 19% year-on-year increase. Personal loan growth also remained strong, expanding 16% compared to last year. Loans against gold jewellery surged by 93%, leading personal loan segment growth. Vehicle loans followed with a 17% expansion, while credit card growth decelerated. Education loans maintained strong growth at 13% year-on-year.

US stocks: US market ends higher as Amazon soothes AI jitters

Wall Street closed higher on Friday, driven by Amazon’s strong quarterly report. The tech giant’s results eased concerns about AI infrastructure spending. Apple’s stock dropped after its earnings report failed to meet expectations. Other technology stocks saw mixed performance, influencing market movements. Treasury yields rose as Fed officials discussed inflation concerns.

Swiggy shares plunge 6% even as losses narrow. Should investors buy, sell or accumulate?

Swiggy Share Price: Swiggy shares plunged as much as 6% after the food delivery and quick commerce company reported its June-quarter results. While the consolidated net loss narrowed year-on-year, investors remained cautious over profitability and margin pressures. Brokerages stayed largely positive on the stock, with most retaining their ‘Buy’ ratings, citing long-term growth potential despite […]