Fed and BoE stay guarded after 100 days of Iran war
Global central banks are poised to maintain current interest rates this week. The Iran war’s impact on inflation and growth remains a key concern. Policymakers are waiting for more data. The Bank of Japan is expected to raise rates. Norway’s decision is a close call. The US Federal Reserve and its peers are likely to […]
World’s hottest stock market turns focus to MSCI moment
South Korea’s stock market is nearing a significant milestone. Investors are watching for a potential upgrade to developed-market status by MSCI. The Kospi has seen a massive surge this year, fueled by artificial intelligence stocks. While volatility is high, reforms are underway.
Emerging market bets split as global rate paths diverge
Investors are changing their strategies in emerging markets. Central banks in Indonesia, Hungary, and Poland are making different moves on interest rates. Traders are watching decisions in the US and Japan. Brazil is expected to cut rates, while Chile may hold steady. This divergence is driven by varied inflation and central bank credibility.
Bulls return to banks on RBI’s FCNR(B) initiative
Traders are piling into bullish derivative bets on banks, reversing bearish positions, as RBI’s foreign currency borrowing measures boost lenders. Bank Nifty surged 4.25% last week, outperforming the Nifty. Analysts expect this trend to continue, driven by short covering and fresh long additions.
SP Group seeks more time to repay bonds nearing maturity
Shapoorji Pallonji Group has reduced its ₹28,500 crore refinancing by ₹3,500 crore and is seeking a two-month extension on ₹14,300 crore of maturing bonds. Delays in debt raising, initially impacted by rising hedging costs, are forcing the conglomerate to negotiate more time with creditors. The refinancing, arranged by Deutsche Bank, is now expected to close […]
Nifty tops key 23,500 hurdle, can head to 24,500 on buying interest: Analysts
Nifty’s strong breakout above 23,500 has turned technical analysts bullish, anticipating a move towards 24,000-24,500. Analysts highlight improving momentum, bullish patterns, and sustained buying interest, with 23,100-23,300 acting as crucial support. Specific stock recommendations include Bank of India, BPCL, HDFC Bank, UltraTech Cement, and KEI Industries.
Dividends and bonus issues: 31 stocks turning ex-record date this week. Do you own any?
As many as 31 companies, including HDFC Bank, Tata group firms and Brigade Enterprises, will turn ex-record date for dividends and bonus issues between June 15 and June 19. The list spans financials, industrials and healthcare, offering investors multiple opportunities to track payouts and corporate actions during the week.
Explained: why RBI’s FCNR(B) and ECB swap window could be a game changer for banks
RBI’s FCNR(B) and ECB swap windows aim to boost liquidity, stabilise the rupee and ease funding costs for banks. Attractive returns for NRIs and lower hedging costs for lenders create a win-win. Strong inflows could support credit growth, margins and offset persistent FPI outflows from Indian banking stocks.
Nifty, Sensex to rally more on Monday? Iran peace deal among 5 factors to dictate Dalal Street this week
Indian benchmark indices rebounded sharply on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty rising nearly 2%, driven by hopes of a US-Iran peace deal, cooling crude oil prices, and stronger global sentiment. The rally added around Rs 10 lakh crore to investors’ wealth, taking the total market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms to Rs 462 lakh crore.
Silver beats gold, stocks and bonds in 10-year returns. Here’s the data
In the last 10 years, silver topped the return chart, outperforming gold, equity and bonds. Here is how the asset classes performed, as reported by ETWealth.