Think index funds are foolproof? These 7 myths can lead to costly mistakesPassive investing has become mainstream in India, but several myths persist. Investors should not judge passive funds solely by low costs, ...
Residents tempted to gatecrash FCNR party for NRIsWealthy Indians are finding ways to benefit from a new foreign currency deposit scheme. They are sending money to NRI relatives as gifts to...
FCNR(B) window may save banks Rs 4,000 croreBanks are poised to save approximately ₹4,000 crore annually by raising deposits through FCNR(B) accounts, as the RBI covers hedging costs,...
Explained: Why RBI’s FCNR(B) and ECB swap window could be a game changer for banksRBI’s FCNR(B) and ECB swap windows aim to boost liquidity, stabilise the rupee and ease funding costs for banks. Attractive returns for NRI...
Bringing in US dollars: RBI flags off FCNR(B) chase, pushes banks to go all out for forex inflowsIn an ambitious bid to enhance India's foreign currency reserves, the Reserve Bank of India is urging banks to ramp up their efforts in att...
DLI-backed chip companies call for government procurement supportIndian semiconductor startups are urging the government for stronger market access and intellectual property protection. They highlight the...
RBI forex measures to lower banks' overseas borrowing costs by 2-2.5 per cent, aid inflows: ReportNew RBI measures aim to make overseas borrowing cheaper for banks. External commercial borrowing costs may drop by up to 2.50 percent. This...
GIFT City investment: Here’s how resident Indians can invest in global stocks, ETFs, and mutual fundsIndian investors can now access global stocks, mutual funds, and bonds through GIFT City, India's first smart city and International Financ...
Block deal: Goldman Sachs picks stake in this smallcap stock that surged 50% in 6 monthsGNG Electronics witnessed a Rs 175 crore block deal as promoter Vidhi Khandelwal sold shares to domestic mutual funds and foreign investors...
India sees $3 billion debt fundraising rush as yields slump after RBI moves, bankers sayIndian companies are actively raising short-term debt. This surge follows central bank actions that significantly reduced borrowing costs. ...
NFO Alert: ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund launches Nifty Smallcap 250 ETFICICI Prudential Mutual Fund has launched the Nifty Smallcap 250 ETF, offering exposure to 250 emerging companies. The NFO is open till Jun...
Power finance cos turn to global markets for cheaper fundsIndian power and renewable energy firms are looking abroad for loans. The Reserve Bank of India's new dollar-rupee swap facility has made f...
CD rates may fall up to 100 bps as banks tap overseas deposits, loansInterest rates on short-term financial instruments like Certificates of Deposit are poised to decrease across India. This anticipated drop,...
Short-end Indian debt gains as RBI dollar measures spur buyingShort-term Indian government bond yields have dropped to their lowest in three months. This move steepens the yield curve significantly. Ex...
FX swap window may spur PSU rush for overseas loansPublic sector units like PFC, REC, and NaBFID are poised to increase their External Commercial Borrowings (ECBs) to leverage the RBI's 1.5%...
ET Explainer: Why largecaps are gaining appeal as Nifty consolidatesWith Nifty 50 valuations at long-term averages, wealth managers suggest allocating to large-cap stocks. These companies offer stability and...
RBI may need to absorb at least half of hedging cost to spur ECBs by PSUsThe Reserve Bank of India's new measures aim to boost foreign inflows. Public Sector Undertakings can now access concessional forex swaps f...