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AU Small Finance Bank to decide on fund raising, results on April 27
The board is set to consider an enabling resolution for the annual renewal of fund raising limits. The bank added that this includes raising capital through issuance of equity shares via private placement, qualified institutions placement (QIP), preferential allotment, or a combination of these methods. Additionally, the bank may consider issuance of debt instruments such as bonds and non-convertible debentures.
HDFC Bank to invest Rs 1,000 cr in HDFC Life to boost solvency
HDFC Bank is injecting Rs 1,000 crore into HDFC Life Insurance. This investment will increase HDFC Bank's ownership to over 50%. The capital infusion aims to strengthen HDFC Life's financial position. The insurer's solvency ratio is expected to rise significantly. This move prepares HDFC Life for future growth and evolving regulations.
RBC Capital raises M&T Bank stock price target on solid credit - Investing.com India
RBC Capital raises M&T Bank stock price target on solid creditInvesting.com India
Fino Payments Bank completes ₹200 crore tech upgrade, gears up for small finance bank transition
The lender said the upgrade marks a key milestone in its digital transformation, enabling faster product launches, improved system resilience, and higher transaction processing capacity across payments and lending businesses.
Capital India Finance Limited Clarifies Non-Applicability of Large Entity Criteria Under SEBI Regulations - scanx.trade
Capital India Finance Limited Clarifies Non-Applicability of Large Entity Criteria Under SEBI Regulationsscanx.trade
Ujjivan SFB shares tumble after RBI returns universal bank application
RBI has returned Ujjivan Small Finance Bank's application for universal bank conversion, citing the need for greater loan book diversification before reconsideration
Share buybacks this month: Wipro, Aurobindo Pharma, 2 other stocks to watch out for
Four companies—Wipro, Cyient, Windlas Biotech, and Aurobindo Pharma—are set to announce or act on share buybacks this month, with Aurobindo’s record date due soon. Buybacks involve companies repurchasing shares to boost value, use surplus cash, or strengthen ownership. Meanwhile, new rules under the Finance Bill 2026 impose a 12% surcharge on buyback-related capital gains for promoters, while other investors remain taxed as per existing norms.
NBFCs' reliance on bank borrowings to increase in FY27 on lower interest rates
In the next fiscal year, non-banking finance companies are likely to increase their borrowing from banks due to the attractive lower interest rates available. Additionally, the unpredictable geopolitical landscape is making external commercial borrowings less appealing. To mitigate funding challenges, NBFCs may turn to securitisation for support.
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank shares fall 4% after RBI rejects Universal Bank application
The regulator has advised Ujjivan to reapply after achieving a more balanced and diversified portfolio.
Five companies will see shares worth ₹1.15 lakh crore free up for trade today; Details here
WeWork India Ltd., Tata Capital Ltd., BMW Ventures Ltd., Bajaj Housing Finance Ltd., and Advance Agrolife Ltd., are the five companies who will see their shareholder lock-ins end on Monday, April 13. Barring Bajaj Housing Finance and Tata Capital, and Advance Agrolife the other two companies are trading well below their issue price. Even Bajaj Housing, Advance Agrolife and Tata Capital are trading just around their respective issue price.
Aavas Financiers may be headed for leadership change; Kotak's Manu Singh likely to be Next CEO
Aavas Financiers is set for a leadership change. Managing Director Sachinder Bhinder will step down following promoter dissatisfaction. Manu Singh, currently heading home loans at Kotak Mahindra Bank, is expected to become the new CEO. This transition follows CVC Capital Partners' acquisition of control and aims to boost the company's growth trajectory.
RBI move may push govt NBFCs into Upper-Layer NBFC category
The Reserve Bank of India is proposing new rules for classifying large financial companies. State-owned firms like Power Finance Corp and REC may now be considered Upper-Layer NBFCs. This change aims for clearer regulations based on asset size. The RBI's proposal could bring more entities under stricter oversight.