Global Market: PBOC keeps new overnight repo rate at 1.25%, pumps in 600 billion yuan

China’s central bank significantly boosted liquidity, injecting 600 billion yuan via overnight reverse repos, doubling Monday’s debut. This move aims to ease month-end funding pressures for banks. The People’s Bank of China maintained the borrowing cost at 1.25%, offering a new tool for fine-tuning short-term cash needs without altering broader monetary policy. This increased support…

Global Market: Financial firms shift Asia expansion focus to South Korea, take cautious stance on China and India

Global financial firms are increasingly prioritising South Korea for Asia-Pacific expansion while adopting a cautious approach towards China and India, an ASIFMA-KPMG survey found. Regulatory clarity, stable policies and capital market opportunities are driving investment decisions, as firms reassess regional strategies amid geopolitical risks and operational challenges.

PFC-REC merger: Which stock should you buy before the mega demerger creates Rs 11 lakh cr power financing giant

Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and REC’s boards have approved a merger, creating India’s largest power financing institution with a Rs 11 lakh crore loan book. The combined entity is poised to capitalize on the ongoing power sector capital expenditure cycle, including renewable energy and transmission projects. Analysts suggest the merger offers strategic advantages and improved…