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Stocks in news: Hero MotoCorp, Canara Bank, Bharti Airtel, Indian Hotels, SBI
Indian markets opened positively, with analysts suggesting a stock-specific strategy amidst consolidation. Hero MotoCorp sees a revival in commuter bike demand, planning capacity expansion. Canara Bank and Indian Bank reported strong credit growth. Bharti Airtel's NBFC arm has begun operations, while Indian Hotels plans significant capital expenditure. SBI launched AI-powered innovations, and BPCL is acquiring a stake in a Brazilian oil venture.
HDFC Securities sees limited impact from RBI's new prop trading rules, expects firms to adapt
Abizer Diwanji, founder of NeoStrat Advisors LLP, pushed back on the idea that the RBI is targeting capital markets directly, noting that market regulation is SEBI's — the Securities and Exchange Board of India's — job, not the RBI's. Instead, he said, the central bank's goal is to prevent bank funding from inflating asset prices in ways that create systemic risk.
Indian financial system remains resilient as Bank NPA's at multi-decadal low of 1.8%: RBI FSR report
The Reserve Bank on Tuesday said Indian financial system remains resilient, underpinned by strong bank and non-bank balance sheets, as gross non-performing assets of banks have touched a multi-decadal low of 1.8 per cent at end-March 2026. The Indian banking sector continued to remain robust with adequate capital and liquidity buffers, and steady improvement in asset quality, the financial stability report stated. Macro stress test results showed that SCBs aggregate capital levels will continue to remain above the regulatory minimum, even under adverse stress scenarios. The NBFC sector remained robust with an improvement in asset quality alongside healthy capital and profitability ratios. Interconnectedness among different categories of financial entities, in terms of outstanding bilateral exposures, continued to grow. Despite repeated shocks, the global financial system has thus far demonstrated notable resilience, with markets remaining orderly after an initial bout of volatility ..
Kotak reclaims India ECM lead with mega deals on horizon
Kotak has reclaimed the top position in India's equity capital markets league tables, driven by strong deal execution. With several large public offerings and fundraising transactions in the pipeline, the investment bank is well positioned to strengthen its leadership in the country's booming capital markets.
European Securities authority approves recognition for India clearing corporation
The European Securities and Markets Authority has granted essential recognition to India's Clearing Corporation, putting an end to a prolonged dispute. This groundbreaking approval allows the Clearing Corporation of India Ltd (CCIL) to operate under the Reserve Bank of India's regulations, an important advancement for European banks. By signing a memorandum of understanding, this resolution avoids possible capital adequacy complications for those financial institutions.
RBI's new funding rules deal 'body blow' to Indian prop trading firms
From July 1, bank guarantees used in capital markets must be fully backed by collateral, a move expected to reduce leverage and raise funding costs
AI-led productivity will keep US dollar strong; Fed likely on hold through 2026: Standard Chartered
Steven Englander, Managing Director - Global Head of G10 FX Research, and North American Macro Strategy at Standard Chartered Bank explains why structural factors, not the economic cycle, are driving the US dollar. He discusses the Fed's rate outlook, long-term interest rates, capital flows, emerging markets, India's rupee and what could trigger a sustained decline in the dollar.
Zerodha eyes foray into investment banking
India's leading retail broker, Zerodha, is making a significant move into investment banking. The company has applied to Sebi for a merchant banking license through its arm, Zerodha Corporate Advisors. This strategic expansion comes as the equity capital markets show strong potential, with experts noting ample room for new players possessing robust distribution and investor networks.
Zerodha eyes foray into investment banking
India's leading retail broker, Zerodha, is making a significant move into investment banking. The company has applied to Sebi for a merchant banking license through its arm, Zerodha Corporate Advisors. This strategic expansion comes as the equity capital markets show strong potential, with experts noting ample room for new players possessing robust distribution and investor networks.
Zerodha now wants to enter investment banking space, seeks Sebi nod
Zerodha has applied to SEBI for a Category I merchant banking licence, signalling its entry into investment banking. The move aligns with India’s strong IPO pipeline and expanding capital markets activity. If approved, it will deepen Zerodha’s diversification beyond broking into a broader financial services platform
Foreign investors could return to India if earnings improve, rupee stays stable: Emmer Capital
Manishi Raychaudhuri, Chief Executive Officer of Emmer Capital Partners, highlighted AI spending concerns, higher US interest rates and a stronger dollar as the key factors driving volatility across Asian markets, while stressing the need for more job creation in India.
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.