The Indian government has halted the issuance of Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs), raising concerns among investors who viewed them as a secure and rewarding gold investment avenue. With no fresh issuances, the only way to acquire SGBs is through the secondary market. However, potential investors must assess various factors before making a purchase. Current Market …
On February 21, 2025, the Indian stock markets ended the last trading session of the week in negative territory. The BSE Sensex declined by 424.90 points, or 0.56%, to settle at 75,311.06. Throughout the session, the 30-share index fluctuated between an intraday high of 75,748.72 and a low of 75,112.41. Similarly, the NSE Nifty50 also …
Ownership in the Indian stock market is shifting. Foreign investors, once the dominant force, are reducing their stakes, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) and retail investors are increasing their share. The latest data from December 2024 gives a clearer picture of these changes. Foreign Investors Stake Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) pulled out $12 billion from …
India’s entrepreneurial landscape has witnessed unprecedented growth, with several startups crossing the billion-dollar valuation mark within a short span. The 2024 Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 List showcases the youngest companies that have emerged as industry leaders, demonstrating rapid innovation and market dominance. These firms, founded within the last decade, have capitalised on digital transformation …
Green bonds are a type of debt instrument issued by governments, corporations, and multilateral institutions to raise funds for projects aimed at reducing carbon emissions and enhancing climate resilience. The primary appeal of these bonds lies in their ability to provide lower borrowing costs, commonly referred to as the greenium—a premium that enables issuers to …
The Indian government is gearing up to invite applications under the Scheme for the Promotion of Manufacturing Electric Cars in India, which aims to attract global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) by offering a 15% concessional import duty, significantly lower than the existing 70% rate. Announced in March last year, the scheme has undergone extensive consultations …
India is exploring a multi-sector bilateral trade agreement with the United States amidst growing global trade tensions. The move comes as the US, under former President Donald Trump’s leadership, sought to impose reciprocal tariffs, citing trade imbalances. According to reports, India’s tariff structure is shaped by its lower per capita income relative to developed nations, …
As per news reports, trade barriers, whether tariff-based or non-tariff, influence global commerce. However, according to a news report, non-tariff barriers impact trade 2.5 times more than tariffs, making them a crucial aspect of trade negotiations. These barriers include regulatory standards, licensing requirements, import quotas, and complex certification procedures, all of which add to the …
The Indian government has issued an order to block 119 apps available on the Google Play Store, with a majority linked to developers in China and Hong Kong. According to data disclosed by Google on the Lumen Database, a Harvard University-operated platform that tracks content removal requests, these apps primarily include video and voice chat …
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed new technology-based security measures to enhance the safety of trading and demat accounts. These initiatives aim to prevent unauthorised transactions and fortify authentication mechanisms, ensuring a more secure trading environment for investors. Strengthening Authentication with SIM Binding SEBI has suggested implementing a SIM binding mechanism …
