ONGC, IOC, other oil PSUs to invest Rs 1.2 lakh cr in FY25
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 5:22 PM

ONGC, IOC, other oil PSUs to invest Rs 1.2 lakh cr in FY25

ONGC, IOC and other state-owned oil companies plan to invest 1.2 tn rupees in the upcoming fiscal year for oil and gas exploration, refining, petrochemicals, and pipeline expansion. This is a 5% increase from previous fiscal year, with ONGC having the highest planned capex of 30,800 cr rupees. The government's equity infusion in downstream oil companies has been postponed to the next fiscal year.

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No adverse impact of Red Sea crisis so far on India's trade
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 5:21 PM

No adverse impact of Red Sea crisis so far on India's trade

Red Sea crisis has not yet affected India's exports and imports, but transportation costs are on rise due to longer routes being taken by shippers. However, there may be potential impacts on trade in the long term, depending on demand from major trade partners like the US and EU. The closure of the Bab al-Mandab strait has disrupted global supply chains, causing delays and increased freight costs.

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Govt borrowings via a single bond top Rs 2-lakh crore
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 4:35 PM

Govt borrowings via a single bond top Rs 2-lakh crore

India's government bond market has surpassed the ₹2 lakh cr mark for a single sovereign security, showing an increase in borrowing limit. RBI data shows that the outstanding amount on a bond maturing in 2063 is now at ₹2.04 lakh cr. This increase highlights the need for measures like buyback and switch operations to manage repayment obligations.

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Ahmedabad civic body seals over 22,000 properties for tax default
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 4:34 PM

Ahmedabad civic body seals over 22,000 properties for tax default

22,624 properties including shops and commercial establishments in Ahmedabad were sealed for not paying property tax. The highest number of sealed properties were in the east zone. A total of Rs 14.35 crore was recovered, with Rs 3.06 crore from the east zone alone. Around 50,000 properties have been sealed in the last month by the civic body.

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Key factors to keep traders busy next week
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 4:32 PM

Key factors to keep traders busy next week

The Indian stock market reached a new high on the Nifty 50 during the budget week, with the fiscal deficit target for FY25 being lowered and focus on capex rather than populism. Positive global sentiment also helped lift the market. However, a correction in Bank Nifty and caution ahead of SBI earnings and RBI monetary policy next week caused the benchmark indices to close off their record highs.

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Over 75% of PMF funds outperform mutual funds in 10-year period: Report
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 4:24 PM

Over 75% of PMF funds outperform mutual funds in 10-year period: Report

A recent report reveals that PMS have outperformed mutual funds in a 10-year time frame, with 75 percent of PMS funds delivering superior returns compared to just 48 percent of regular mutual funds. The study also shows that PMS approaches have outperformed across all time frames and market capitalisation categories, except for the thematic category in the 3-year period.

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Banks seek relaxed norms for AT-1 bonds valuation
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 4:23 PM

Banks seek relaxed norms for AT-1 bonds valuation

Indian banks have requested for relaxed norms in valuing additional tier-1 bonds due to difficulty in raising funds after stricter valuation rules were introduced following Yes Bank crisis. The current 100-year valuation creates pricing volatility, and banks have suggested using yield-to-call option or market traded price instead. These bonds have no maturity date and can be written off by banks.

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Money laundering concerns and KYC non-compliance led to ban on Paytm Bank
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 4:14 PM

Money laundering concerns and KYC non-compliance led to ban on Paytm Bank

RBI has taken action against popular wallet Paytm and its banking arm for money laundering concerns and questionable dealings of hundreds of crores of rupees. The central bank has ordered Paytm Payments Bank to halt most of its business and address deficiencies in KYC and AML compliance. The company's shares have slumped 40% in two days.

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S&P 500 at record highs but what is the advance decline ratio suggesting?
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 4:08 PM

S&P 500 at record highs but what is the advance decline ratio suggesting?

The S&P 500 index closed at a record high of 4,958.61 on February 2, with a gain of 1.1 percent. This was only the second time in 62 years that the index jumped more than 1 percent on a day when there were two losers for every winner on the NYSE exchange, the first being after the 'Black Monday' crash in 1987. IT stocks dominated the gains, contributing to around 70 percent of the index.

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SBI made Rs 240 crore AIF provision in December quarter, says Chairman DK
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 4:06 PM

SBI made Rs 240 crore AIF provision in December quarter, says Chairman DK

SBI, the country's largest lender, has made a provision of Rs 240 crore on its investment in AIFs. The central bank has released guidelines preventing banks and other lenders from investing in AIFs that have lent money to borrowers. Other lenders like HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Axis Bank have also made provisions for their investments in AIFs.

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TVS Motor reiterates commitment to invest Rs 5k cr on future technologies
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 4:01 PM

TVS Motor reiterates commitment to invest Rs 5k cr on future technologies

TVS Motor Company plans to invest Rs 5,000 crore towards developing advanced technologies and enhancing engineering capabilities. With a strong focus on innovation and global expansion, the company envisions transforming customer experience and shaping the future of mobility. Their goal is to increase exports to 50%, from the current 30%, in the near future.

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This investment advisor is bullish on PSU stocks, tourism space post budget
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 3:59 PM

This investment advisor is bullish on PSU stocks, tourism space post budget

Abhishek Banerjee, CEO and founder of Lotusdew Wealth and Investment Advisors, is optimistic about PSU stocks. He believes that the government's control over policy and access to markets can benefit PSUs that are well-managed. In particular, he expects railway stocks to continue rallying due to structural benefits. Banerjee is also bullish on the hospitality and airline sectors after the budget.

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RBI interest rate decision, global trends, earnings to dictate stock market
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 3:52 PM

RBI interest rate decision, global trends, earnings to dictate stock market

Stock markets will be driven by quarterly earnings, global trends, and RBI's interest rate decision this week. Analysts say that the market will also be influenced by news on budget proposals, US Federal policy, foreign investors' trading activity, and movements in Brent crude oil prices. Eyes will also be on the rupee-dollar exchange rate and investments by FIIs and DIIs.

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NBCC rallies over 100% in just 1 month. Is there more upside left?
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 3:51 PM

NBCC rallies over 100% in just 1 month. Is there more upside left?

NBCC (India) has seen a 47% increase in stock value in the past week, driven by government's affordable housing push. The interim budget announced plans for building 2 crore houses for rural poor and a scheme to help middle-class buy or build their own homes. Analysts expect this to boost real estate and allied sectors. NBCC's order book is over Rs 50,000 crore.

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Improving FII inflows: Time to re-evaluate your portfolio
Sun, Feb 4, 2024 3:50 PM

Improving FII inflows: Time to re-evaluate your portfolio

The Indian markets are expected to see increased capital inflows. This is due to favorable developments such as inclusion in global indices and improving fundamentals. As a result, investors should consider re-evaluating their portfolios and incorporating duration funds, large-cap and mid-cap companies, and attractively-valued companies in the manufacturing sector for long-term investments.

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