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Banks create buffers to cover war-related credit risks
Indian banks are strengthening their finances. They are creating special funds to handle risks from the West Asia crisis. This proactive step aims to protect against potential credit issues. Banks like Axis Bank, Union Bank of India, Indian Overseas Bank, and Indian Bank are setting aside significant amounts. This move ensures resilience and prudent risk management amid global uncertainties.
Indian Bank Q4 profit rises 5% to Rs 2,956 crore
Indian Bank announced a 5% increase in net profit for the fourth quarter. The bank saw its operating profit rise and its gross and net non-performing assets fall significantly. Despite challenges foreseen in treasury operations due to global events, the bank projects steady growth in advances for the current fiscal year. Deposits also showed robust growth.
Trent, L&T to HDFC Bank: How are the worst-performing Nifty 50 stocks of last month faring in April?
Earlier this month, DSP Mutual Fund in its strategy report said that it is shifting from a conservative to a constructive view on the Indian stock market, as the correction has brought valuations closer to long-term averages.
Top Gainers & Losers on April 23: Union Bank, Trent, Havells, Ashok Leyland, OLA, Canara Bank among top losers
The Indian stock market faced significant declines on April 23 due to rising geopolitical tensions and high crude oil prices. The Nifty 50 fell 0.86%, while the S&P BSE Sensex dropped 1.12%. Sectoral losses were led by Nifty Auto, which fell 2.28%.
Finance ministry to meet bank CEOs on Anthropic ‘Mythos’ cyber risk
Indian bank leaders will meet the finance minister today. They will discuss protecting the nation's payment system. The focus is on cyber threats from a new AI model called Mythos. Banks are seen as vulnerable due to their interconnected IT platforms. This meeting follows reports of unauthorized access to the AI model. Global regulators are also discussing these potential risks.
Overseas acquisitions: Indian drugmakers shop for deals abroad as they move away from generics
Global uncertainties over the past two years, including US President Donald Trump’s tariff threats, price erosion in the generics market, and a Big Pharma shift towards biologics are forcing Indian drugmakers to seek new avenues of growth.
Stock market crash: Will the Nifty 50 sustain above 24K? These three bank stocks hold key
On April 22, Indian stock markets fell sharply, with the Sensex losing 831 points and Nifty 50 dropping 224 points. The decline was driven by IT and banking sectors amid global uncertainties, including the U.S.–Iran conflict and fluctuating crude oil prices, causing cautious investor sentiment.
RBI in talks with global regulators, banks to review Mythos risks, sources say
India's central bank is actively engaging with global counterparts and local institutions to assess potential cybersecurity threats from Anthropic's new AI model, Mythos. The Reserve Bank of India is exploring safeguards and may seek direct access to the AI to identify vulnerabilities, emphasizing data localization for Indian customer information.
India can handle oil at current levels; financials may recover: Allspring’s Prashant Paroda
As geopolitical tensions around the Strait of Hormuz show signs of easing, Prashant Paroda, Portfolio Manager – Emerging Markets at Allspring Global Investments, believes markets are already factoring in a resolution. He adds that while Indian financials initially took a hit, recent earnings from HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank are in line with expectations, and stable loan growth could support a gradual recovery in the sector.
NCLEX-RN explained: What has changed and why it matters for Indian nurses
The NCLEX-RN exam, a crucial step for Indian nurses seeking overseas careers, has adopted a new format emphasizing clinical judgment and real-world application. This shift, particularly impacting Kerala's nursing talent, requires a move from rote memorization to conceptual understanding and practical problem-solving, aligning preparation with global healthcare demands.
HDFC Bank, SBI to Urban Company: Here's what mutual funds bought and sold the most amid stock market crash in March
The equity funds recorded strong net inflows of ₹40,500 crore last month, up sharply from ₹26,000 crore in February, a 56% increase, even as the Indian stock market's benchmark indices posted their worst monthly fall in six years amid the US-Iran war-led selloff.
HSBC Private Bank slashes India stock exposure to buy gold amid Iran war
HSBC Private Bank has cut its exposure to Indian equities, citing vulnerability to rising oil prices and global uncertainty amid the Iran conflict. The bank shifted allocations towards gold and defensive assets, reflecting caution on emerging Asia. Global peers have echoed concerns over earnings risks and stretched valuations in Indian markets.