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Free flow of FCNR(B) money: RBI to bear hedging costs on NRI FX deposits, easing banks’ overseas funding
The Reserve Bank of India is now covering all hedging costs for banks raising foreign currency deposits. This move aims to make these deposits more attractive to overseas depositors. Banks expect to offer higher interest rates, potentially up to 100 basis points. This initiative seeks to increase dollar inflows through banking channels and revive interest in FCNR(B) deposits.
Gold slumps most in two months as jobs fuel Fed rate-hike bets
Bullion declined as much as 3.4% as bond yields and the dollar climbed after the latest US data showed job growth topped all forecasts in May. The strength in the labour market keeps the door open for Fed officials to hike rates as Middle East tensions fuel higher energy prices.
INR appreciates under Rs 95 per dollar after RBI announces measures to support foreign capital inflows and strengthen forex liquidity
The Indian rupee appreciated 81 paise to close at 94.93 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday after the Reserve Bank announced measures to support foreign capital inflows and strengthen forex liquidity. The announcements in the RBI policy boosted investor sentiments after the apex bank asserted that the country's forex reserves provide a sufficient buffer against external shocks. The Reserve Bank on Friday expectedly kept interest rates unchanged for the second time in a row as it weighed the impact of rising energy prices and supply disruptions caused by the West Asia crisis. The RBI kept its repo rate Steady at 5.25% amid uncertainty owing to US-Iran War. However, it expanded the Fully Accessible Route, or FAR, to include all new 15-year, 30-year and 40-year government security issuances. Due to this, the foreign investors will get wider access to longer-tenor Indian government bonds. This also opens up more room to invest in Indias bond market. The central bank has also ...
EUR/USD seen well supported above $1.16
Euro jumped on Friday against the dollar as recent Eurozone data signals towards an ECB rate hike in the near term. Euro-area inflation hit 3.2% in May, its highest in over two and a half years amid rising inflationary pressures due to elevated oil prices. However, Eurozone retail sales data for April declined at a faster pace of 0.4% in April, compared to the 0.3% contraction expected. Meanwhile, dollar index is trading slightly lower on Friday, favoring gains in Euro. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the Greenbacks value against six major currencies, trades 0.19% lower to near 99.19 ahead of the United States (US) Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) data for May. EUR/USD pair is extending gains above $1.16 at $1.1643, up 0.20% on the day although caution will be exercised amid developments surrounding a potential US-Iran peace agreement to end recent hostilities. Tensions remain highly elevated following warnings from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who declared that the ...
Govt exempts foreign investments in G-secs from capital gains tax
In a bid to attract dollar inflow, the government has scrapped long-term capital gains tax on investments made by foreign institutional investors (FIIs) in government securities through an Ordinance issued on Friday. The Ordinance has brought changes in the Income Tax Act to provide the exemption. The government has decided to remove the capital gains tax on G-secs to attract long-term, patient capital because these instruments have a longer tenure.
INR regains momentum with all eyes on RBI monetary policy
The Indian rupee is regaining some momentum in opening trades on Friday as the global crude oil prices eased and market participants keenly awaited the RBI's MPC decision today. Heightened geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran drove energy volatility and aggressive safe-haven buying capped sharp gains in the local unit. INR opened at Rs 95.72 per dollar and hit a high of 95.63 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee depreciated 7 paise to close at 95.83 against the US dollar. Local markets opened in the green with investors closely watching the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) monetary policy announcement scheduled for today. The Indian benchmark indices are trading higher today, with the NIFTY 50 hovering around 23,442.30 (+0.11%) and the S&P BSE SENSEX trading at 74,556.68 (+0.26%).
India growth story intact, AI not a bubble yet, Citi’s Aloke Gupte says
Rupee depreciation is a big factor people consider, because anyone running a global portfolio looks at returns on a dollar basis, not on an individual currency basis, and the rupee's performance impacts what you have invested, Aloke Gupte, Citigroup's co-head of global equity capital markets, said.
Marcellus launches global equities fund in GIFT City, targets AI, defence and luxury themes
Marcellus Investment Managers has launched a global equities fund through GIFT City, offering Indian investors access to overseas stocks. The fund targets defence, power, AI-led infrastructure and luxury themes, enabling dollar-denominated investing, diversification and exposure to long-term global growth opportunities.
INR settles lower as prolonged West Asia crisis poses a major risk for India; RBI eyed
The Indian rupee depreciated 7 paise to close at 95.83 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday, as heightened geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran drove energy volatility and aggressive safe-haven buying. The prolonged West Asia crisis poses a major risk for India, which relies heavily on energy imports. Market participants are now turning their attention to the Reserve Bank of India's MPC rate decision on June 5, as inflation, growth and the rupee are under focus. The six-member MPC, headed by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, will announce its decision on June 5. Indian equity benchmarks ended flat but resilient today, recovering from early intraday losses. The NSE Nifty 50 closed marginally higher by 10.95 points (0.05%) at 23,416.55, while the BSE Sensex inched up 13.84 points (0.02%) to finish at 74,360.01. The primary catalysts for the market recovery were breaking news of potential tax concessions for foreign institutional investors (FIIs) and tentative signs of ..
PE wars to billion-dollar IPO dreams, hospital sector is fighting fit
Major private equity firms are vying for a stake in Cloudnine, a leading maternity and paediatric care chain. This intense competition highlights strong investor confidence in India's healthcare sector. The industry is entering a new growth phase driven by increasing demand, a shortage of hospital beds, and a rise in specialized medical services.
INR continues to stay pressured near record lows
The Indian rupee continues to stay pressured near record low levels in opening trades on Thursday, as strong dollar demand, surging crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and relentless foreign capital outflows dented investor sentiments. Meanwhile, the US Trade Representative proposed a 12.5 per cent additional duties on Indian imports, citing labour violations, further weighing on the counter. INR opened at Rs 95.70 per dollar and hit a low of 95.75 so far during the day, yesterday, the pair settled lower at 95.72. Muted local equities also failed to support the local unit. The BSE Sensex is trading at 74,191.65 (down 0.21%) and the NSE Nifty 50 stands at 23,322.60 (down 0.35%), extending losses due to escalating conflicts in West Asia, surging Brent crude oil prices and sustained foreign portfolio investor (FPI) selling.
Gold rate today: MCX gold price rises above ₹1.59 lakh per 10 grams, silver gains amid US-Iran peace deal hopes
Gold rate today: Gold prices rose in the international market, supported by lower crude oil prices and a weaker dollar. Spot gold price gained 0.7% to $4,461.09 per ounce.