‘A tad difficult’: RBI not likely to cut rates in October, says SBI; bond yields also expected to remain elevated – Times of India

‘A tad difficult’: RBI not likely to cut rates in October, says SBI; bond yields also expected to remain elevated – Times of India

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to maintain current interest rates during its October policy review, according to an SBI report, as inflation in August 2025 is projected to rise above 2 per cent. The analysis, quoted in an ANI report, anticipates inflation could reach around 2.3 per cent, complicating any potential rate…

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LIC bond activity: LIC steps up bond hedging with  billion forward rate agreement deals; partners JPMorgan and BofA in market push – Times of India

LIC bond activity: LIC steps up bond hedging with $1 billion forward rate agreement deals; partners JPMorgan and BofA in market push – Times of India

Life Insurance Corporation of India has ramped up its activity in the bond derivatives market, entering into $1 billion worth of forward rate agreements (FRAs) with global lenders including JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Bank of America Corp., Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter.The deals, executed over the past two months, now represent…

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GBI-EM Global Diversified index: Why JPMorgan is thinking of cutting India, China share in EM Bond Index – explained – Times of India

GBI-EM Global Diversified index: Why JPMorgan is thinking of cutting India, China share in EM Bond Index – explained – Times of India

The bank has been gathering client input regarding potential modifications to its GBI-EM Global Diversified index. (AI image) JPMorgan Chase & Co. is evaluating potential adjustments to its primary emerging-market index by reducing the allocation of major bond issuers, including China and India, aiming to encompass a wider spectrum of developing-nation debt.According to documents reviewed…

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NTPC fundraising: Board clears Rs 18,000 crore bond, NCD plan; postal ballot to follow – Times of India

NTPC fundraising: Board clears Rs 18,000 crore bond, NCD plan; postal ballot to follow – Times of India

NEW DELHI: State-run power major NTPC Ltd on Saturday said its board has approved a proposal to raise up to Rs 18,000 crore through issuance of non-convertible debentures (NCDs) or bonds via private placement in the domestic market.According to a regulatory filing, the company’s board gave its nod during a meeting held earlier in the…

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Govt bond push: Sebi eases compliance rules for G-Sec FPIs, KYC norms and disclosure timelines relaxed – Times of India

Govt bond push: Sebi eases compliance rules for G-Sec FPIs, KYC norms and disclosure timelines relaxed – Times of India

In a move aimed at boosting long-term foreign investment in Indian debt markets, Sebi on Wednesday approved several compliance relaxations for Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) that invest exclusively in Indian government securities (G-Secs).The decision, taken at the regulator’s board meeting, is expected to simplify onboarding, reduce paperwork, and improve ease of doing business for these…

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Indian bond market strengthens as inflation eases and anticipated RBI rate cuts: Jefferies – Times of India

Indian bond market strengthens as inflation eases and anticipated RBI rate cuts: Jefferies – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Indian bond market is gaining momentum due to lower inflation and expectations that the Reserve Bank of India will cut interest rates, according to a report by Jefferies.The report indicates favourable conditions for domestic bonds, particularly appealing to long-term investors amid evolving global financial conditions. India’s consumer price inflation has shown a…

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Sovereign Gold Bond 2017-18 series VI yields over 220% return in 7.5 years; RBI fixes premature redemption price at Rs 9,453 per gram on May 6 – Times of India

Sovereign Gold Bond 2017-18 series VI yields over 220% return in 7.5 years; RBI fixes premature redemption price at Rs 9,453 per gram on May 6 – Times of India

Investors holding the Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) 2017-18 Series VI, issued on November 6, 2017, will be eligible for premature redemption on May 6, 2025, at a price of Rs 9,453 per gram, as notified by the Reserve Bank of India. This marks a gain of around 221% on the original issue price of Rs…

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‘I just gave my bat’: Rohit Sharma’s post-match chatter with Shane Bond goes viral – Watch | Cricket News – The Times of India

‘I just gave my bat’: Rohit Sharma’s post-match chatter with Shane Bond goes viral – Watch | Cricket News – The Times of India

Rohit Sharma and Shane Bond (Screengrabs) NEW DELHI: A light-hearted moment between Rohit Sharma and Shane Bond stole attention after Mumbai Indians‘ emphatic 100-run win over Rajasthan Royals on Thursday. In a video posted by Rajasthan Royals’ official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Rohit was seen joking with Bond’s kid over a video call post-match: “I…

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