RBI Monetary policy: As the Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) heads into its April policy meeting, a question that seemed unthinkable just weeks ago is now entering market conversations: could the central bank deliver a surprise rate
Amid escalating global tensions and regulatory shifts, India’s financial markets are witnessing a significant transformation, with bank-backed brokerages poised to reclaim their edge over discount platforms and the IPO pipeline experiencing a notable slowdown. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points Bank-backed
Indian companies significantly altered their fundraising strategies in financial year 2025-26, with rights issues surging to a multi-decade high and qualified institutional placements (QIPs) plummeting, reflecting the impact of sharp equity market turbulence and strategic regulatory adjustments. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh
Indian stock markets are set for a volatile week as investors keenly await the Reserve Bank of India’s monetary policy decision, navigate global macroeconomic data, and monitor the evolving geopolitical landscape in West Asia. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points The
Amidst heightened global and domestic uncertainties, six of India’s top ten most valued firms, including Bharti Airtel and HDFC Bank, witnessed a substantial decline in their combined market valuation, highlighting the ongoing volatility in the Indian equities market. Illustration: Dominic
Foreign investors continued to exit Indian equities, withdrawing ₹19,837 crore ($2.1 billion) in the first two trading sessions of April, weighed down by the West Asia conflict, rising crude oil prices, and persistent rupee depreciation. This came following a record
US-Iran war: Safe haven asset gold has remained volatile since the beginning of the US-Iran war. Despite continued geopolitical tensions, gold prices have declined by nearly 7% since February 28, indicating a shift in investor preference toward the US dollar
The Indian IPO market is witnessing a remarkable surge in preliminary filings, with 38 companies submitting papers to SEBI in March 2026, signalling robust issuer confidence and strategic regulatory compliance despite prevailing market volatility. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com Key Points A
Despite global headwinds, India’s pharmaceutical exports are booming, exceeding $28 billion and projecting significant growth, driven by strong performance in formulations, biologicals, and vaccines. Photograph:Yves Herman/Reuters Key Points India’s pharmaceutical exports reached over $28 billion, showing a growth of over
Veteran industrialist Venu Srinivasan’s resignation from a Tata charitable institution highlights internal disputes and questions surrounding trustee eligibility within the prominent Tata Trusts. IMAGE: Venu Srinivasan. Photograph: ANI Photo Key Points Venu Srinivasan, a trustee on Tata Trusts, has resigned
