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Govt eases shipping rules for GIFT City to spur maritime leasing, finance
GIFT City IFSC units are now exempt from a specific shipping license. This exemption aims to boost India's maritime leasing and financing ecosystem. The move simplifies regulations for international trade operations and foreign vessel chartering. It is expected to attract global capital and encourage maritime business activities. This reform supports India's vision for a leading maritime services center.
Explained - Why Jefferies prefers Bajaj Finance, Aditya Birla Capital over other NBFCs
Jefferies expects the sector to deliver healthy loan growth, easing credit costs and largely range-bound NIMs. While valuations have recovered from the lows seen during the recent geopolitical tensions, they remain broadly around long-term averages.
NSE Indices launches 11 new sectoral indices, taking total count to 34
The newly launched indices are Nifty Power, Nifty Capital Goods, Nifty Telecommunications, Nifty Construction, Nifty Consumer Services, Nifty Commercial & Transport Services, Nifty Retail, Nifty Hospitals, Nifty NBFC, Nifty Housing Finance and Nifty Insurance.
Overseas Retail Investors Can Now Directly Buy Indian Stocks After Ministry Of Finance Change
The opening comes with continued safeguards on sensitive capital flows.
PNB, Ujjivan raise FCNR deposit rates
Punjab National Bank and Ujjivan Small Finance Bank have raised interest rates on FCNR(B) USD deposits for Non-Resident Indians. This move follows the RBI's announcement of a foreign currency swap window. Bank of Baroda has also introduced a new retail term deposit scheme for resident Indians. These initiatives aim to attract foreign capital and offer attractive returns to depositors.
Government and RBI building vital buffer against external volatility by appropriate liquidity measures to support inflow of foreign capital: FICCI
Mr Anant Goenka, President, FICCI said, FICCI welcomes the RBIs decision to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent while maintaining a neutral stance. This is a balanced and prudent decision given the heightened global uncertainty and maintaining policy stability at this juncture provides confidence to businesses and investors alike. FICCI also welcomes the proactive regulatory measures announced by the Ministry of Finance and the RBI to strengthen external sector resilience and facilitate capital inflows. The decision to review the regulatory framework for Foreign Portfolio Investments in Government Securities along with rationalisation of taxes on such investments will deepen the G-Sec market and attract greater participation of FPIs in Indian government securities.
Chola Securities' Dharmesh Kant sees BFSI earnings revival; likes IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank
Despite recent market volatility, Dharmesh Kant, Head Research at Chola Securities, believes investors should focus on bottom-up stock picking. He expects the banking and financial sector to emerge as a key earnings driver as stable interest rates support margins and treasury income. Among his preferred ideas are Aurionpro Solutions, Tata Technologies, IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank, Bank of India and Aadhar Housing Finance. He also remains positive on the long-term growth prospects of exchanges, AMCs and other capital market plays. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Why bond yields matter more than most investors realise
The US 10-year bond yield shapes borrowing costs, stock valuations, currency movements and global capital flows—making it one of the most closely watched indicators in finance.
Patient capital trusts India as hot money exits; FDI inflow rises 17% YoY
In the fiscal year 2025-26, India witnessed a remarkable surge in foreign direct investment, soaring to $94.5 billion. This uptick is particularly notable given the backdrop of global economic turbulence. Investors from abroad demonstrated a keen interest, predominantly in the finance and technology arenas. Additionally, net FDI inflows experienced a noteworthy rise, underscoring India’s growing attractiveness to international financiers.
Aditya Birla Capital Plans To Use Rs 3,500 Crore To Drive Lending Business Growth
Earlier this week, the financial services arm of Aditya Birla Group announced a Rs 4,000 crore preferential issue of equity shares to the group companies and International Finance Corporation (IFC).
Artificial Intelligence: Why it’s a productive, not destructive, force for capital markets
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming capital markets by automating trading, research and portfolio management functions once handled manually. While AI is improving efficiency and productivity across finance, experts believe human judgment, relationships and strategic decision-making will remain essential in investment banking, sales and client advisory roles.
Trading guide: Nifty eyes 24,750; AB Capital, SBI, LIC HFL on analyst radar
Stocks to buy: Ajit Mishra of Religare Broking recommends buying the shares of Aditya Birla Capital, LIC Housing Finance, and SBI today