Small, medium banks offer higher rates to attract NRI deposits

Small and mid-sized Indian banks are ramping up FCNR(B) deposit rates to attract non-resident Indians after interest rate deregulation, offering returns above 7.4–7.5% without leverage benefits. In contrast, larger banks are focusing on structured offerings with high leverage (9–19x) but keeping base rates below 7%, leveraging their global partnerships and strong NRI relationships.

Stocks in news: HDFC Bank, BEL, Coal India, Adani Energy, Tata Power

Indian stock markets rebounded strongly on Monday, driven by easing global tensions. HDFC Bank concluded an internal review, while Bank of Baroda reported a data breach incident. Bharat Electronics and Coal India announced their quarterly financial results. Adani Energy Solutions launched a qualified institutional placement to raise funds. Tata Power also reported its first-quarter financial…

FIIs increase PSU exposure, trim stakes in private banks

Foreign investors reduced holdings in top private banks over the past year. They increased stakes in select public sector lenders, showing a notable shift. This trend reflects closing performance gaps between public and private banking sectors. Analysts note diminished premiums for private banks as public ones improve. Investors now focus on individual bank performance rather…