The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed an expansion of the sustainable finance framework within the securities market, specifically through the introduction of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) debt securities. This move is aimed at providing issuers with greater flexibility in raising funds for projects that align with ESG objectives, broadening the …
Foxconn, the Taiwanese electronics giant known for manufacturing iPhones, has seen its business in India grow to over $10 billion as of June 2024. The company has invested $1.4 billion in the country so far, bringing out its growing investment to India’s burgeoning economy. During his recent visit, Foxconn’s Chairman and CEO, Young Liu, talked …
On Friday, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced stricter regulations for Non-Banking Financial Company-Peer to Peer Lending Platforms (NBFC-P2P Lending Platforms). These updated guidelines aim to enhance transparency and ensure compliance within the industry. The move comes in response to the emergence of certain practices that violate the original guidelines established in 2017. New …
The Nifty Realty Index, a critical barometer for the real estate sector, has faced a notable correction. After reaching a peak on June 18, the index has since dropped 15%. However, on Tuesday, the index snapped a four-day losing streak, registering gains of over 2%. This pullback is significant, given the recent performance and broader …
Domestic mutual funds (MFs) have substantially increased their holdings in companies listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), reaching an unprecedented high. As of June 30, 2024, mutual funds held a record 9.17% of NSE-listed companies, up from 8.93% in March 2024. This growth is driven by robust net inflows of over Rs 1 lakh …
With the intensifying political crisis in Bangladesh, its textile industry is facing severe disruptions which is a critical component of its economy. As international buyers look for alternative markets, India stands to benefit significantly. The textile sector, contributing a major share of Bangladesh’s exports, faces severe impacts due to the unrest, prompting buyers to shift …
The Financial Services Commission (FSC) of Mauritius refuted allegations from the new Hindenburg Research report concerning offshore funds linked to Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch. The FSC clarified that the funds mentioned—IPE Plus Fund and IPE Plus Fund 1—are not registered in Mauritius and do not fall under its …
The Government of India announced that it is ready to throw open the gates for commercial sellers to enter the coal mining sector. It is a historic decision since coal has been one of the heavily regulated industries in India, dominated by PSU giant, Coal India Ltd. Even during the era of privatisation, the government …
Though in the month of September we saw a rise in Nifty Auto stock, however, in the month of November, it has gone down marginally. In the month of September, it reached an All-Time High of 13,315.50. In the month of November, it has come down to 12,934.85. For those of you who would like …
When Ultratech Cements, owned by the Kumaramangalam Birla Group, made an aggressive Rs.7266 counter bid for Binani Cements, it not only set a new price benchmark for Binani Cements but also called into question many of the accepted tenets of dealing through the NCLT. While the last word has not been said on that Binani …
