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US Inflation Undershoots, Rate Cut Bets Rise
US inflation undershoots expectations in the latest data release, reinforcing market conviction that the Federal Reserve could begin cutting interest rates sooner than previously projected. Equity indices advanced, bond yields eased, and traders increased positioning around potential monetary policy shifts. US inflation undershoots expectations at a time when investors are highly sensitive to macro signals. The softer reading, reflected in…
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Punjab Investment Roadshow Faces Test as Corporates Weigh Commitment
Punjab investment roadshow comes under sharp focus as the state government courts large corporates across FMCG, logistics, and steel. Chief Minister Mann’s pitch aims to reposition Punjab as an industrial destination, but corporate responses suggest cautious interest rather than immediate conviction. Punjab investment roadshow has become a key talking point…
Axis Bank Halts Consumer Finance Stake Sale Amid Regulatory Signals
Axis Bank halts consumer finance stake sale after regulatory feedback altered the risk reward balance for the transaction. The move reflects tighter scrutiny of bank owned lending arms and signals a broader shift in how lenders approach capital allocation, governance, and growth strategies. Axis Bank halts consumer finance stake sale…
GIFT City Gains Momentum as India Pitches Global Finance Hub
GIFT City has emerged as a focal point at the World Economic Forum in Davos, drawing renewed interest from global investors as India sharpens its pitch to become a competitive international financial hub. The discussions signal rising confidence but also highlight execution challenges ahead. GIFT City featured prominently in India’s…
RBI Weighs Single Mode Presence Rule for Foreign Banks
The RBI single mode presence rule is under active consideration as the central bank evaluates a regulatory overhaul for foreign banks operating in India. The proposed change could force banks to choose one operating structure, signalling a tighter and more transparent regulatory regime. What the RBI single mode presence rule…
India’s Private Credit Boom Draws Capital Despite Rising Risks
India’s private credit craze is accelerating as investors chase yields as high as 22 percent, even as concerns over illiquidity and rising defaults grow louder. The surge reflects a broader shift in capital allocation amid tight bank lending and cautious public markets. India private credit surge explained India’s private credit…
RBI Draft Acquisition Financing Norms Set to Reshape Bank Lending
The RBI draft acquisition financing norms signal a major shift in how Indian banks fund mergers and acquisitions, potentially allowing lenders to finance up to 70 percent of deal value. The proposed framework could unlock fresh M&A funding from April, changing capital access for India Inc. The Reserve Bank of…