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🗞️ RBI Tightens Project Finance Norms
The RBI's new project finance norms, effective from October 2025, require banks to maintain higher provisions during the construction phase of infrastructure projects. This is aimed at reducing credit risk in long-gestation projects.
💬 Expert Take:
“These norms signal a maturing debt market where banks bear less tail risk,” said Kartik Mehrotra, Infrastructure Analyst, Edelweiss.
🗞️ 16 Billion Passwords Leaked in Global Cyber Breach
An unprecedented global cyber leak has exposed 16 billion credentials, raising alarms among governments and tech firms. Experts urge immediate credential hygiene and use of 2FA.
🗞️ Hitachi Energy on Powering India’s Future
Hitachi Energy CEO N Venu shared insights on energy transition, grid investments, and sustainability. He emphasized India’s pivotal role in clean energy innovation and regional power grids.
🗞️ SEBI Relaxes G-Sec Norms for FPIs
In a push to deepen India’s bond markets, SEBI has eased G-Sec compliance rules for foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) by relaxing KYC norms and disclosure timelines.
🗞️ Motor Insurance Premium May Rise 10%
The government plans a 10% hike in third-party motor insurance premiums across vehicle categories. The move could raise annual policy costs for two- and four-wheeler owners.
🗞️ HDB Financial to Launch ₹12,500 Cr IPO
HDB Financial Services will open its ₹12,500 crore IPO on June 25. The NBFC, backed by HDFC Bank, is expected to list at a premium, riding on strong retail and institutional demand.
🗞️ Amazon to Invest $233 Million in India
Amazon will invest $233 million in India to expand its warehousing and delivery infrastructure. This comes ahead of the festive season and reflects its long-term India commitment.
💬 Expert Take:
“Amazon’s India reinvestment shows e-commerce is still in its high-growth phase here,” said Riya Shah, Analyst at Avendus Capital.
🗞️ Market Setup: Key Triggers Ahead
Markets are expected to remain volatile amid global cues. Here are 10 key triggers for Friday's trade including crude trends, FII activity, rupee moves, and global macro updates.
📊 Market Updates
📉 Sensex: 81,361.87 ▼ −82.79 (−0.10%)
📉 Nifty 50: 24,793.25 ▼ −18.80 (−0.08%)
💵 USD/INR: ₹86.72 ▶ weaker rupee amid safe-haven flows
🛢️ Brent Crude: $77.58 ▲ +1.15% on regional tensions
🪙 Bitcoin: ~$105,550 ▲ holding steady
🪙 Gold (24K): ₹9,926/10g ▼ easing post-Fed comments