Rupee keeps hitting new troughs, yet REER shows it’s overvalued

The Indian rupee continues to lose value. Yet, economists believe it is still overvalued based on the real effective exchange rate (REER). Since November, the rupee has fallen about 2 percent. Experts expect the rupee to stay under pressure until clarity on Donald Trump’s policy decisions. Inflation trends will also affect the rupee’s valuation.

Profitable growth crucial for MobiKwik to keep ticking

One MobiKwik’s stock dropped by nearly 13% after reporting increased customer acquisition costs, fixed costs, and user incentives, resulting in net losses for the second straight quarter. The company saw growth in GMV and users but faces challenges in maintaining profitability, alongside an inflated stock price since its listing.

Vedanta Resources to raise $1-billion in dual tranche bonds

Final price guidance for the 5.5-year tranche has been set at 9.475%, while the 8.25-year tranche is at 9.850%, which is tight pricing given the current market environment, the source added. The five-year US treasury currently yields 4.6%.

Network18 Q3 Results: Net loss widens YoY to Rs 1,435 crore, revenue falls 23%

Network18 Media & Investments reports a widened consolidated loss of Rs 1,435 crore for Q3FY25, a significant increase from the previous year’s Rs 59 crore. Revenue from operations also fell by 23% to Rs 1,361 crore. Viacom18’s business has merged with Star India, forming a major broadcasting JV with Reliance Industries investing Rs 11,500 crores.

Zetwerk selects banks for $500 million India IPO

Indian manufacturing firm Zetwerk Pvt is planning an initial public offering in Mumbai, aiming to raise at least $500 million. The company is working with several banks and could be valued at around $5 billion. Zetwerk aims to list this year and is backed by investors including Peak XV Partners and Lightspeed India Partners.