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INR extends decline on a firm dollar overseas
The Indian rupee extended downside in opening trades on Tuesday as dollar stands tall on a hawkish Fed stance. Muted show in local equities tracking weakness in global counterparts also weighed on the currency although easing oil prices are seen capping further decline. NIFTY 50 is trading at 24,104.15, marginally up by 1.25 points (+0.01%) from its previous close while BSE SENSEX is holding around 77,073.40, down by 20.67 points (-0.03%). INR opened at Rs 94.73 per dollar and hit a low of 94.76 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee depreciated more than 30 paise to close at 94.63 against the US dollar, weighed down by the strength of the American currency in the overseas market.
Firm strength in dollar offsets gains in INR made from positive equities and easing oil prices
The Indian rupee depreciated 34 paise to close at 94.67 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, weighed down by the strength of the American currency in the overseas market. Rupee witnessed volatility as steady debt and deposit inflows pulled the domestic currency in one way, while the lack of clarity on the Middle East peace deal and a firm dollar pulled it the other way. The Indian stock market, which snapped a five-day winning streak on Friday, rebounded and closed higher on Monday, lifted by gains in technology, healthcare and oil sectors. The mood in the market remained positive amid reports of progress in US-Iran peace talks. Additionally, weak oil prices eased concerns about inflation. The benchmark BSE Sensex closed up by 291.17 points or 0.38% at 77,094.07 after scaling a low of 77,160.67 and a high of 77,325.56 intraday. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.42, registering a decline of 9 paise from its previous close. In intraday trade, ...
'Indian financial firms to tap $1.5 billion overseas bonds this week'
India's top private lender, HDFC Bank, sold $750 million of five-year dollar bonds last week at a spread of about 90 basis points over US Treasuries
SBI, Axis Bank among lenders set for $2 billion ECB fundraising via RBI swap
Major Indian banks, including SBI, Axis Bank, and Bank of Baroda, alongside Power Finance Corporation, are set to raise over $2 billion from overseas markets next week. This move capitalizes on the Reserve Bank of India's 1.5% fixed-rate swap incentive for external commercial borrowings, aimed at bolstering the rupee. HDFC Bank's recent successful dollar bond sale has spurred this wave of fundraising.
SBI, Axis Bank among lenders set for $2 billion ECB fundraising via RBI swap
Major Indian banks, including SBI, Axis Bank, and Bank of Baroda, alongside Power Finance Corporation, are set to raise over $2 billion from overseas markets next week. This move capitalizes on the Reserve Bank of India's 1.5% fixed-rate swap incentive for external commercial borrowings, aimed at bolstering the rupee. HDFC Bank's recent successful dollar bond sale has spurred this wave of fundraising.
South Indian Bank raises FCNR deposit rate to 6.5 pc after RBI swap window
South Indian Bank has boosted interest rates on US dollar deposits for Non-Resident Indians to 6.5% per annum for 3-5 year tenures. This move follows the RBI's new USD/INR forex swap facility, enabling banks to secure stable foreign currency while managing exchange risks. The attractive returns offer NRIs a chance to grow their savings securely, with the RBI facility available until September 2026.
INR sees modest gains as local stocks stay supported
Indian Rupee edged up today, appreciating despite a firm undertone in the US dollar index as continued policy support kept sentiments buoyant for the local currency. Yesterday, the Reserve Bank of India has eased interest rate rules for overseas deposits. This move is set to allow banks to offer better returns on FCNR(B) and NRE accounts and will likely attract more foreign funds in coming months. INR held near five-week high following this and added 9 paise at 94.40 per US dollar.
SBI’s board clears record Rs 60,000 cr fundraise in FY27
State Bank of India's central board has approved raising up to Rs 60,000 crore this fiscal through rupee and dollar bonds. This move aims to bolster the bank's capital position and support business growth. Funds will be raised via various debt instruments from Indian and overseas investors.
State Bank of India to raise Rs 60,000 crore via bonds to support growth
State Bank of India's central board has approved raising up to Rs 60,000 crore this fiscal through rupee and dollar bonds. This move aims to bolster the bank's capital position and support business growth. Funds will be raised via various debt instruments from Indian and overseas investors.
HDFC Bank bond issue priced at 90 bps above US Treasury
HDFC Bank raised $750 million through five-year dollar bonds at 90 basis points over US Treasuries to fund its overseas operations.
Buying US stocks via Gift City to get easier as Zerodha, Groww, Angel One and Upstox get nod
Buying US stocks could soon become easier for Indian retail investors after Zerodha, Groww, Angel One and Upstox secured regulatory approvals from GIFT City’s IFSCA. The licences will enable the brokerages to facilitate overseas investing, tapping into growing demand for global equities under the RBI’s Liberalised Remittance Scheme.
Overseas Retail Investors Can Now Directly Buy Indian Stocks After Ministry Of Finance Change
The opening comes with continued safeguards on sensitive capital flows.