Shapoorji Pallonji Group looks to raise up to $2.5 billion to refinance debt
The proposed fundraise will be used to refinance a dollar bond backed by shares of Tata Sons, held through group entity Goswami Infratech, due to mature in April. The new transaction is expected to mirror the structure of the earlier deal, with Tata Sons shares continuing as collateral.
Gold seen as safer haven as silver valuations flash overbought signal
The gold-silver ratio has fallen to its lowest since 2011, suggesting silver may be overvalued after a significant rally. Analysts recommend gold as a safer bet, anticipating a potential pullback in silver prices despite its strong industrial demand. This dip could present a buying opportunity.
Credit card spends bounce back in Dec, numbers also rise
Credit card usage in Mumbai saw an 8% rebound last month, reaching ₹2.05 lakh crore due to seasonal demand and year-end spending. Net new card additions hit a three-month high of over 900,000, boosting the total active cards to 115.7 million. Analysts anticipate steady spending momentum, supported by ongoing consumption trends and festive demand.
RBI, European body ink MoU to end clearing house standoff
The Reserve Bank of India and the European Securities and Markets Authority have signed a memorandum of understanding, resolving a two-year dispute over supervisory oversight of India’s central clearing agencies. This agreement facilitates cooperation and information exchange, paving the way for European recognition of Indian clearing houses and potentially enhancing European access to India’s financial […]
Can Income-Plus Arbitrage FoFs deliver stable, tax-efficient returns?
Income-plus arbitrage fund of funds offer a stable, tax-efficient fixed-income option for investors seeking to avoid equity and recent precious metal volatility. These schemes blend debt and arbitrage strategies, providing stability from debt and low-risk, tax-advantaged returns from arbitrage opportunities.
Leadership jitters, valuation concerns weigh on Eternal even as consumption shows green shoots
Eternal’s stock faces pressure due to leadership changes, overshadowing optimism in quick commerce. Market expert Sandip Sabharwal likens the situation to past leadership transitions that impacted valuations. He believes the stock remains fundamentally expensive, with the CEO’s potential distraction being the primary driver of the correction.
Hindustan Zinc shares jump 4% as silver prices soar 45% in 2026. Check target, upside
Hindustan Zinc shares surged to a fresh 52-week high of Rs 731, driven by a sharp rally in silver prices which crossed $100 per troy ounce. The company, a leading global silver producer, saw its stock climb as analysts like HSBC upgraded it to ‘Buy’ with an increased target price, citing strong fundamentals and a […]
Foreign flows weigh on markets, but earnings signals offer select opportunities: Sandip Sabharwal
Indian equity markets are experiencing foreign investor outflows, driven by global asset reallocation rather than weak fundamentals. Market expert Sandip Sabharwal suggests this trend is temporary, with underlying corporate performance showing stability and even improvement, creating buying opportunities in select stocks.
Axis Bank shares surge over 4% as Q3 PAT rises 3% YoY. Should you buy now?
Axis Bank shares saw a significant jump on Tuesday. The bank reported a 3% year-on-year rise in its standalone net profit for the December quarter. Net interest income also showed growth. Brokerages like Citi and Bernstein have reacted positively to the results, maintaining their ratings and target prices. The bank’s asset quality remains stable, with […]
BFSI outlook remains strong despite near-term NIM pressures: Gaurang Shah
Geojit Financial Services’ Gaurang Shah sees a mixed earnings season for banks, with some near-term challenges but long-term opportunities. Despite weaker results from IndusInd Bank, Shah remains positive on the BFSI sector’s overall loan growth and outlook for the upcoming financial year, recommending several private and public sector banks, as well as NBFCs.