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ADB trims India's growth projection to 6.6% reflecting elevated energy prices
Asian Development Bank on Thursday lowered India's GDP growth projection to 6.6 per cent as against 6.9 per cent estimated earlier for the current fiscal on concerns of higher energy prices fuelled by the Middle East crisis. Despite the growth moderation, India still continues to be the fastest-growing major economy in the world, ADB said. India's GDP growth forecasts are revised down to 6.6 per cent for FY2026 (ending 31 March 2027) and maintained at 7.3 per cent for FY2027, Asian Development Outlook (ADO) July 2026 said. Growth will be supported by policy interventions to attract more foreign capital, as well as fuel tax cuts, targeted credit support, strong services exports, and public capital expenditure. The FY2027 growth forecast remains unchanged from April, underpinned by improved global conditions and export competitiveness gained through trade agreements with various partners. However, risks tilt to the downside driven by heightened geopolitical tensions, or weather-induced
Bank credit growth to ease as corporates tap bond markets, overseas funding: CareEdge
Bank credit growth is expected to moderate gradually in the upcoming fiscal year. Large corporations will increasingly use domestic bond markets and overseas borrowings for funding. The Reserve Bank of India's policy measures make external funding more attractive for businesses. This shift will reduce reliance on traditional bank loans for corporate financing needs. Overall credit demand remains healthy, but banks will finance a smaller share.
TPG acquires Aseem Infrastructure from NIIF with GIC, ICICI backing
Global private equity firm TPG is acquiring a full stake in Aseem Infrastructure Finance, a leading sustainable infrastructure debt financier. Partnering with Singapore's GIC and ICICI Bank, TPG's climate investing platform will take over the company, which has funded significant renewable energy and power transmission projects. Aseem Infrastructure, founded by NIIF, has disbursed over Rs 40,000 crore in loans, contributing to substantial greenhouse gas emission reductions.
TPG, GIC and ICICI Bank acquire Aseem Infrastructure Finance for ₹5,000 crore
Aseem is a leading sustainable infrastructure debt financier with a core focus on renewable energy, power transmission and other infrastructure assets in India. It was established in 2020 by the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund, India’s sovereign-anchored alternative asset manager.
Indian banks slash short-term debt sales on cheaper forex funding
Indian banks are significantly reducing their reliance on short-term debt sales, known as certificates of deposit (CDs). This shift is driven by the Reserve Bank of India's initiative to attract foreign-currency deposits, offering a cheaper and more stable funding alternative. Lenders anticipate this trend to continue, impacting CD rates and strengthening their balance sheets with more durable capital.
Bullish futures positioning hints at upside in large-cap stocks
Indian stock markets are seeing pockets of strength, particularly in mid- and small-cap segments, with optimism now extending to select large-cap stocks. Analysts highlight several stocks showing bullish futures build-up and positive technical indicators. IndusInd Bank, Nalco, Shree Cement, HDFC AMC, Adani Energy Solutions, Nestlé India, and ONGC are identified as potential gainers, with specific entry points, targets, and stop-losses provided for traders.
TVS Motor, Dixon Tech In, Reliance, M&M Out: Which Stocks Made It Into Macquarie's New India Portfolio?
The biggest changes came in the brokerage's tactical portfolio, where it introduced Axis Bank, Hyundai Motor India and Dixon Technologies, while removing Shriram Finance, Reliance Industries and Coal India.
PFC-REC merger: Which stock should you buy before the mega demerger creates Rs 11 lakh cr power financing giant
Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and REC's boards have approved a merger, creating India's largest power financing institution with a Rs 11 lakh crore loan book. The combined entity is poised to capitalize on the ongoing power sector capital expenditure cycle, including renewable energy and transmission projects. Analysts suggest the merger offers strategic advantages and improved capital allocation, positioning the new giant for significant growth.
Stocks to watch: HDFC Bank, Torrent Power, IIFL Finance among shares in focus today; check list here
Stock market today: On Thursday, the Sensex advanced 109.25 points, or 0.14%, to close at 77,100.47, while the Nifty 50 gained 34.35 points, or 0.14%, to settle at 24,056.00
Six of top-10 firms add ₹88,678 crore in mcap, ICICI Bank biggest winner
The combined market valuation of 6 of the top-10 most valued companies went up by Rs 88,678.1 crore in a holiday-shortened last week, with ICICI Bank emerging as the biggest winner. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex climbed 297.57 points, or 0.38 per cent, and the NSE Nifty went up by 42.9 points, or 0.17 per cent. "Markets ended the holiday-shortened week with modest gains, advancing in three of the four trading sessions. Sentiment remained constructive, supported by easing crude oil prices, improving geopolitical developments in West Asia, and selective buying by foreign institutional investors (FIIs)," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. While Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Bajaj Finance and Larsen & Toubro were the gainers, Bharti Airtel, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and Hindustan Unilever faced erosion from their valuation. The market valuation of ICICI Bank jumped Rs ...
I Squared, US DFC to set up $3 billion energy infrastructure platform in Asia
I Squared Capital and the US International Development Finance Corporation are partnering. They will create a three billion dollar investment platform. This platform will focus on energy infrastructure in South and Southeast Asia. The goal is to boost energy connectivity with the Indo-Pacific region. It will support US LNG and energy exports.
PSU banks see sharp jump in green deposits FY26; deploy funds for clean transport, renewable energy
Indian state-owned banks witnessed a significant rise in green deposits during FY26. This growth reflects growing depositor interest in sustainable finance. The Reserve Bank of India's Green Deposit Framework, introduced in 2023, has played a key role. Banks are channeling these funds into environmentally friendly projects like renewable energy and clean transportation.