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Govt needs to revive NITI Aayog's PSU, PSB privatisation program: Arvind Panagariya
Former NITI Aayog vice chairman Arvind Panagariya urges the government to revive privatization of public sector undertakings and banks. He believes this is crucial for India's economic reforms. Panagariya also suggests establishing a dedicated privatization ministry to speed up disinvestment. He notes that foreign investors remain positive about India's long-term growth prospects despite recent capital outflows.
Sebi plans to ease KYC rules for FPIs, offer more clarity to global capital
India’s financial watchdog, Sebi, is gearing up to make the investment terrain more inviting for foreign investors by reforming the Know Your Customer rules. This effort aims to strip away unnecessary complexities in compliance, enticing global funds to explore Indian markets. Moreover, Sebi plans to revisit disclosure guidelines and introduce fresh long-term equity derivatives.
Rupee jumps 39 paise to open at 95.37 against US dollar
Rupee rises to 95.37 against USD, driven by declining oil prices and hopes for an Iran peace deal. Record inward remittances of USD 110.47 billion in FY26 offer some relief, but long-term stability requires consistent foreign capital. Analysts urge caution amid geopolitical tensions.
Gold crashes to 11-week low, but experts still see upside: Is this a buying opportunity or a warning sign?
Gold prices have dropped to an 11-week low, pressured by reassessed US interest rates and a stronger dollar. Despite the decline, analysts maintain a positive long-term outlook due to central-bank demand and potential easing of inflation, suggesting the recent dip could be a buying opportunity.
RBI unveils dollar-rupee swap window to draw inflows, steady rupee
New FCNR and ECB swap windows aim to attract long-term foreign currency deposits and cut hedging costs for banks and companies.
INR losses momentum as dollar index spikes above 100 mark
The Indian rupee slipped in opening trades on Monday tracking sharp spike in dollar index above 100 mark. Dollar index spiked above 100 for the first time in two months following a strong jobs data, driving sooner than expected rate hike by Fed. INR opened at Rs 95.35 per dollar and hit a high of 95.28 so far during the day. On Friday, rupee ended at 95.18. Indian shares are seen opening sharply lower on Monday as investors weigh weak global cues and escalating Middle East tension against strong domestic GDP data as well as the Indian government's decision eliminating the 12.5 percent long term capital gains tax on foreign institutional investment in government bonds. India's economy grew an unexpectedly strong 7.8% year-on-year in the January-March quarter, the government said on Friday, as robust private investment, farm output and construction activity offset the early impact of the Middle East conflict.
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.
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.
ET Alpha Wealth Summit: A 12% return is a really good job in markets, says HSBC MF CEO Kailash Kulkarni
HSBC Mutual Fund CEO Kailash Kulkarni urged investors to keep return expectations realistic, saying a 12% annual return is a strong outcome in equity markets. Speaking at the ET Alpha Wealth Summit, he highlighted export-led manufacturing as a key long-term opportunity and said AI could empower retail investors through better access to information.
Tier-2, 3 cities to deepen retail investing ecosystem: Angel One Group CEO
Angel One Group CEO Ambarish Kenghe discusses market volatility, India's long-term growth story, AI-led investing, retail participation, and tapping tier-2/3 cities for the next 100 mn investors
NHPC offer plugs into green energy appeal, more suited for patient play
NHPC's offer for sale is underway. Analysts suggest it offers long-term potential for patient investors. The government is divesting up to 6% of its stake. The offer opened for non-retail investors with strong demand. The floor price is set at ₹71 per share. This move aligns with global energy security focus and domestic clean energy infrastructure investments.
Rupee may weaken towards 98 as oil and US yields pressure EMs: David Hauner of BofA Securities
David Hauner, Head-Global EM Fixed Income Strategy at BofA Securities, remains structurally bullish on emerging markets over the long term despite near-term headwinds. He expects oil prices to ease, the US dollar to weaken and capital flows to gradually return to emerging market assets next year.