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HDFC Bank taps Axis' outgoing CFO Puneet Sharma as new finance chief
HDFC Bank has appointed Puneet Sharma as its new finance chief, following his resignation from Axis Bank. Sharma, who will officially become CFO on December 1, 2026, brings extensive experience from his previous roles at Tata Capital and Citibank. His departure from Axis Bank, where he served as Group Head and CFO since March 2020, was announced on June 28.
Churn at private banks' finance function, 2 CFOs quit
A significant reshuffle is underway in the finance departments of major Indian banks. Axis Bank and Bandhan Bank have seen their Chief Financial Officers resign, sparking speculation about future leadership. This follows another high-profile departure from HDFC Bank. Industry insiders suggest a potential move for one CFO to HDFC Bank, while another might step into the Axis Bank role, creating an unusual churn ahead of financial results.
HDFC Bank Appoints Ex-Finance Secy Rajiv Kumar As Part-Time Chairman
Beyond a career in the banking and financial sector, Kumar has also served as the 25th Chief Election Commissioner of India.
HDFC Bank taps ex-CEC and former finance secretary Rajiv Kumar as part-time chairman
HDFC Bank has appointed former Chief Election Commissioner and ex-Finance Secretary Rajiv Kumar as an Independent Director and proposed him as Part-Time Chairman.
Sebi invites candidates with 20 yrs' experience for executive director post
Markets regulator Sebi has begun the process of recruiting an executive director and has invited applications to fill the vacancy. Applications are invited for the post until July 25. The appointment of the executive director will be on a deputation or contractual basis for a period of three years, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) said in a notice. As per the notice, candidates applying through the contract route are required to have qualifications, such as an MBA, CA, CS, LLB, or a postgraduate degree in economics, finance or another discipline Sebi considers relevant. The candidate applying for the position must have at least 20 years of experience dealing with securities market issues or special knowledge or experience in law, investigation, finance, economics and accountancy, among others. Eligible candidates from government organisations, public sector banks, and financial institutions may apply on deputation by routing their applications through their ...
NBFC stock Aptus Value Housing Finance climbs over 3%; Citi sees over 30% upside potential - Mint
NBFC stock Aptus Value Housing Finance climbs over 3%; Citi sees over 30% upside potentialMint
Dividend alert! Last day to buy Bajaj Finance, 2 other Bajaj Group stocks for dividends worth Rs 138
Investors have a final chance today to buy shares in Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, and Bajaj Holdings and Investment to be eligible for significant dividends. Bajaj Finance offers Rs 6 per share, Bajaj Finserv Rs 1.50, and Bajaj Holdings and Investment a substantial Rs 130 per share. This opportunity arises due to the T+1 settlement cycle, making today as the last day to secure these payouts.
Vinay Rajani of HDFC Sec suggests L&T Finance, Welspun Enterprises shares to buy in near-term
Indian equity benchmarks, Nifty 50 and Sensex, declined due to geopolitical tensions impacting investor sentiment. The BSE Sensex fell over 400 pts, and Nifty 50 dropped around 115 pts. Upcoming domestic macroeconomic indicators will guide investors amid concerns over US-Iran military exchanges.
IIFCL plans $1 billion loan from overseas investors; in talks for $400 million ADB funding
India Infrastructure Finance Company is set to secure a substantial $1 billion foreign-currency loan, potentially its largest to date, and is also in talks with the Asian Development Bank for an additional $400 million. This move follows recent Reserve Bank of India measures designed to bolster dollar inflows and support the rupee.
PFC-REC merger explained: Swap ratio, rationale, other key details as merger set to create Rs 11 lakh cr power financing giant
The proposed merger of Power Finance Corporation and REC will create India's largest power sector financing institution with a combined loan book exceeding Rs 11 lakh crore. Here's a look at the approved share swap ratio, merger rationale, pending approvals, record date details, and what the restructuring means for shareholders.
PFC slips after board clears REC merger; share swap fixed at 88:100
Power Finance Corporation (PFC) declined 1.75% to Rs 425.10, while REC edged up 0.08% to Rs 364.95 after the boards of both state-owned lenders approved their long-awaited merger scheme.
Zerodha plans entry into investment banking space with SEBI licence application: Report
Zerodha seeks SEBI Category I merchant banking licence, aiming to manage IPOs and expand corporate finance services amid India's booming capital markets.