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Reserve Bank of India issues final rules on credit derivatives
The rules will allow resident Indian non-retail users to deploy instruments such as credit default swaps and total return swaps without any restrictions on purpose, while limiting the use of these instruments by non-resident users for hedging purposes.
Oil slide powers India's stock benchmarks to longest weekly winning run 7 months
Indian stock markets achieved their longest winning streak in seven months, with the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex closing higher. Falling crude oil prices and measures to boost the rupee and attract foreign investment bolstered investor confidence. The Reserve Bank of India's stance against near-term rate hikes also supported sentiment, with the pharma and financial sectors showing notable gains.
INR rebounds on the back of a steep fall in global crude oil prices
The Indian rupee is witnessing a pullback from sharp decline registered this week in opening trades on Thursday as oil prices are receding to near pre war levels and by taking some positive cues from local equities. INR opened at Rs 94.30 and hit a high of 94.25 far during the day. Yesterday, rupee appreciated by 11 paise to settle at 94.65 against the US dollar on Wednesday on the back of a steep fall in global crude oil prices. Positive sentiments in the domestic equity markets and FII inflows further supported the local unit. Indian shares rose sharply on Wednesday amid easing geopolitical tensions and growing optimism around a potential U.S.-India bilateral trade agreement. Global oil prices fell to their lowest level in four months amid indications that more tankers stranded in the Gulf since the start of the Iran war were beginning to move through the Strait of Hormuz. However, dollar strength overseas on expectation of a near term rate hike is likely to cap any sharp gains in .
RBI eases forex exposure rules, giving banks more room to trade
The Reserve Bank of India has updated foreign exchange exposure rules for banks. These changes simplify calculations by merging onshore and offshore positions and allow inclusion of overseas earnings. Crucially, banks can now exclude certain long-term foreign currency investments, potentially boosting trading capacity. Forex risk capital will be based on actual net open positions, with gold treated separately.
RBI eases forex exposure rules, giving banks more room to trade
The Reserve Bank of India has updated foreign exchange exposure rules for banks. These changes simplify calculations by merging onshore and offshore positions and allow inclusion of overseas earnings. Crucially, banks can now exclude certain long-term foreign currency investments, potentially boosting trading capacity. Forex risk capital will be based on actual net open positions, with gold treated separately.
Listed pvt firms return to double-digit sales growth in FY26, led by manufacturing rebound: RBI
Indian companies are back in the double-digit growth lane! The Reserve Bank of India reports that listed private non-financial firms saw sales jump 10.1% in FY26, a significant rebound. Manufacturing led the charge with 10.8% growth, driven by autos and food, while services also posted strong gains. However, input costs are rising for manufacturers.
Bank of India eyes $3.5 billion foreign currency inflows on RBI's dollar push
Bank of India aims to raise approximately $3.5 billion through foreign currency deposits and overseas borrowings, leveraging recent RBI measures. This strategic move, including $1 billion from FCNR(B) deposits and $1.5 billion via concessional swap facilities, is expected to reduce borrowing costs by 50-60 basis points.
India's GIC Re plans to reduce share of overseas property risk as climate losses rise
Indian reinsurer GIC Re is strategically shifting its overseas business focus. Amidst escalating climate-related losses globally, the company plans to reduce its exposure to property and catastrophe risks abroad. Instead, GIC Re aims to bolster its presence in casualty and specialty insurance lines, seeking a more balanced international portfolio over the next three to five years.
Ruchit Jain of Motilal Oswal suggests AXIS Bank, Genus Power shares to buy for the short term
Indian equity benchmarks surged today, driven by falling crude oil prices and supportive comments from the RBI Governor. The Nifty 50 rose 0.95%, while the BSE Sensex gained 1.27%. However, the broader market remained weak, with smallcap and midcap indices declining.
RBI FCNR FAQ: Why brokerages see bigger upside for banks
RBI FCNR(B) swap clarification boosts Indian banks, widens scheme usability, supports higher foreign currency deposits and overseas lending opportunities.
INR stays hammered as dollar stands tall on hawkish Fed
The Indian rupee continues to stay pressured against the dollar in opening trades on Wednesday, tracking firm dollar overseas. Mildly positive start to local equities and easing oil prices are unable to support rupee that is hammered by gains in DXY on the back of a hawkish dollar overseas. INR opened at Rs 94.88 per dollar and hit a low of 94.93 so far during the day. Yesterday, the counter settled at 94.76. The dollar index scales above 101 mark for the first time in more than a year amid growing indications of a Federal rate hike in the near future. The Federal Reserve's hawkish tone at its latest meeting is seen bolstering gains the U.S. dollar. The upcoming PCE inflation report, the Feds preferred gauge, will be closely watched this week for further clarity.
Canada's Fairfax buys nearly $1 billion of Indian bonds in a rare move
The purchases by Fairfax India Holding Corp were made to bring capital into the country ahead of a potential deal to buy stake in government-owned IDBI Bank