Yes Bank shares plunged 7.4% to Rs 21.55 following reports of a 3% equity stake changing hands via block deals, potentially involving a PE investor.
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Maharashtra and Karnataka have become leading destinations for foreign investment in India, attracting 51% of the nation's total FDI during the 2024-25 financial year. Maharashtra topped the list with $19.6 billion, followed by Karnataka with $6.62 billion. This surge is attributed to improved infrastructure, making India an increasingly attractive destination for FDI, which rose by 14% to $81.04 billion.
Indian markets are poised for an upswing, fueled by the RBI's significant rate cut and optimism surrounding a potential US-India trade agreement. Investors will closely monitor inflation data, monsoon progress, and global trade discussions. However, global headwinds, including potential shifts in US tariffs and geopolitical tensions, could induce market volatility.
The rupee strengthened marginally to 85.80 against the US dollar, supported by easing oil prices and positive domestic equities, reversing a two-day losing streak. Traders are cautious ahead of the RBI's rate decision, with expectations of a potential rate cut looming. The domestic equity market showed positive momentum, with both Sensex and Nifty closing higher.
Raamdeo Agrawal predicts Sensex reaching 1.5 lakh by 2030 and 3 lakh by 2035. He attributes this to consistent domestic capital inflows. Agrawal highlights quick commerce, capital markets boom, energy transition, and manufacturing as key investment themes. He advises caution, emphasizing buying at the right price. Agrawal notes the shift in market structure with increasing domestic participation.
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) initially withdrew Rs 8,749 crore from Indian equities in early June amid global uncertainty. However, a significant shift occurred after the RBI's unexpected 50 basis points rate cut, boosting investor confidence.
European and Asian stocks climbed, mirroring Wall Street's optimism fueled by easing trade tensions and South Korea's political developments. Investors are closely monitoring US trade policy and awaiting key economic data, including the non-farm payrolls report. Technology stocks led gains, while Treasury yields remained stable after recent increases, and commodity markets saw slight gains in crude oil prices.
The Adani group has refuted a Wall Street Journal report that alleged connections between its businesses and Iranian LPG, labeling the claims as unfounded and malicious. Adani group clarified that it does not handle any cargo from Iran at its ports or manage ships owned by Iranians, strictly adhering to this policy across all its ports.
Yes Bank shares plunged 7.4% to Rs 21.55 following reports of a 3% equity stake changing hands via block deals, potentially involving a PE investor.
Mercedes Benz, Skoda-Volkswagen, Hyundai, and Kia have expressed interest in manufacturing electric vehicles in India, according to Heavy Industries Minister H D Kumaraswamy. This follows discussions regarding the 'Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Electric Passenger Cars in India'. The scheme aims to attract global manufacturers with incentives like reduced customs duty on imported electric cars.