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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.
Top Gainers & Losers on 6 July: Swan Corp, Zen Tech, HFCL, HDFC Bank, Thermax, Hitachi Energy among top gainers
Indian stock markets rose on July 6, with benchmark indices gaining over 0.60%. The Nifty 50 closed 0.66% higher at 24,420, while Sensex advanced 0.67% to 78,236. HDFC Bank and Axis Bank drove gains, while Nifty Realty led sectoral increases with a 2% rise.
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.
Stocks in news: HDFC Bank, Vedanta Power, YES Bank, Sun Pharma, Waaree Energies
Indian markets surged for a third straight day, buoyed by global sentiment and strong performance from heavyweight stocks like HDFC Bank and YES Bank. Analysts note a technical breakout, though resistance looms. Several companies, including Dabur India and Vedanta Power, reported positive quarterly updates, while Tata Power withdrew a controversial distribution application. ONGC's leadership eligibility criteria have also been broadened.
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.
Here's why the last 30 minutes are crucial for the Indian stock market today
Stocks like BHEL, Tata Steel, Vedanta, Polycab, Bharat Forge, CG Power, NALCO, HDFC Bank, Coal India and Vodafone Idea are also poised for inflows ranging from $30 million to $70 million as part of the rebalancing.
Mcap of 6 of top-10 most valued firms climbs Rs 88,678 cr; ICICI Bank biggest winner
Indian stock markets saw a modest gain last week, with the top 10 companies adding Rs 88,678.1 crore in market valuation. ICICI Bank led the surge, followed by HDFC Bank and Reliance Industries. However, Bharti Airtel, TCS, and LIC experienced significant valuation drops. This positive market sentiment was attributed to easing crude oil prices and improved geopolitical developments.
Stocks in news: TCS, Infosys, RIL, HDFC Bank, Waaree Renewable
Indian markets saw a positive trend on Thursday, marking a fifth consecutive day of gains. Supportive global sentiment fueled the rally. Key companies like TCS, Infosys, RIL, HDFC Bank, and Waaree Renewable are in focus due to recent developments. Investors are watching for updates from Reliance Industries' AGM and news from other major firms.
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.
Mcap of 8 most valued firms surges by ₹1.90 trn, ICICI Bank shines
The combined market valuation of eight of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 1.90 lakh crore last week, with ICICI Bank stealing the show, in tandem with a rally in equities. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex jumped 1,284.61 points, or 1.73 per cent, and the NSE Nifty surged 256.2 points, or 1 per cent. "Indian equity markets ended a volatile week on a strong note, snapping a two-week losing streak amid improving global sentiment and supportive measures from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) aimed at attracting foreign currency inflows," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. Investor confidence improved on optimism surrounding a potential USIran peace deal, which raised hopes of easing geopolitical tensions and stabilising energy markets, he added. From the top-10 pack, Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro and Hindustan Unilever were the winners, while Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Power finance cos turn to global markets for cheaper funds
Indian power and renewable energy firms are looking abroad for loans. The Reserve Bank of India's new dollar-rupee swap facility has made foreign currency borrowing cheaper. Companies like REC and PFC are planning to raise significant funds through external commercial borrowings. This move is expected to lower borrowing costs for these public sector undertakings.
INR pares initial losses and settles largely unchanged
The Indian rupee was largely flat and settled almost unchanged at Rs 95.43 per dollar, down just 2 paise on Wednesday, amid likely intervention from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to curb excessive volatility and prevent a further slide in the domestic unit. Rupee pared its initial losses as crude oil prices and the US dollar index retreated from their elevated levels. Indian shares gave up early gains to end little changed on Wednesday as investors weighed rising U.S.-Iran tensions and awaited key U.S. inflation data later in the day for fresh insights into market expectations for future interest rates in the face of rising energy-driven inflation risks. The BSE Sensex ended the day at 73,983.18, up by 64.42 points (0.09%), while the NSE Nifty 50 settled at 23,214.95, slipping by 27.15 points (-0.12%).