Former finance services secy Rajiv Kumar named HDFC Bank part-time chairman

Kumar (66), a seasoned public policy leader and financial sector reformer, is widely credited with playing a key role in revitalising India’s banking and financial system during a period of significant stress between 2017 and 2020. During his tenure, he strengthened governance, risk management and regulatory oversight across banks by institutionalising specialised monitoring of large…

Zerodha eyes foray into investment banking

India’s leading retail broker, Zerodha, is making a significant move into investment banking. The company has applied to Sebi for a merchant banking license through its arm, Zerodha Corporate Advisors. This strategic expansion comes as the equity capital markets show strong potential, with experts noting ample room for new players possessing robust distribution and investor…

US stocks today: US stocks climb as US, Iran halt attacks; Comcast surges on spin-off plan

Wall Street’s indices surged on Monday, lifted by a decrease in Middle East tensions and Comcast’s intention to divide into two separate firms. While investors exude cautious optimism amidst ongoing diplomatic developments, regional conflicts still loom large. Anticipation for upcoming earnings reports and uncertainty around AI expenditures contribute to market fluctuations, keeping traders on alert…