FCNR-B flows taper as higher costs trip math for double-digit returns

Indian banks are experiencing a slowdown in special foreign currency deposit collection. Rising overseas borrowing costs are impacting banks’ leverage offerings to clients. High-net-worth individuals seek double-digit dollar returns, assessing tax implications. Banks are recalibrating deposit mobilization strategies after recent guideline releases. Investor expectations for higher spreads are increasing due to Indian supply.

Demat account additions pick up on D-Street rebound

India added over 2.5 million demat accounts in June, the highest since February. This growth occurred as key market indices Nifty 50 and Sensex advanced significantly. Improved market sentiment followed the easing of geopolitical concerns and potential IPO announcements. Broader market participation and digital onboarding are attracting new retail investors. Future demat account growth will…

Some US Fed officials considered rate hike on Iran war fallout, June meeting minutes reveal

US central bank officials discussed rising inflation at their recent meeting. Most participants saw inflation falling on its own, but some favored immediate rate hikes. The committee ultimately decided to keep interest rates steady for now. Policymakers also considered shortening the policy statement and ending forward guidance. New projections indicated a growing sentiment for a…