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MPC external member Ram Singh says repo hike not likely yet

MPC external member Ram Singh says repo hike not likely yet

MPC external member Ram Singh signaled that a repo rate hike is not on the cards for now, tying the decision to whether inflation triggers second-round effects. He expects the West Asia conflict to ease, which could moderate price pressures, while saying forex reserves remain adequate and open market operations will support liquidity. Growth, he adds, stays resilient despite supply risks.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Sebi eases FPI cash settlement rules and enables netting to cut costs

Sebi eases FPI cash settlement rules and enables netting to cut costs

Sebi has relaxed settlement norms for foreign portfolio investors in the cash market by allowing net settlement of funds. The change permits netting of outright transactions while keeping safeguards intact, aiming to reduce liquidity requirements and streamline operations. Officials expect this to lower trading friction and make Indian markets more attractive for global investors.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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RBI launches special audits to test whether Indian banks truly meet liquidity rules

RBI launches special audits to test whether Indian banks truly meet liquidity rules

The RBI has conducted special audits to verify whether Indian banks are meeting liquidity criteria, essentially checking that their balance sheets hold up under regulatory expectations. The move signals the central bank’s focus on compliance and risk monitoring, using targeted reviews to confirm banks are following liquidity rules rather than assuming they are.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
India bond yields hold steady as 10 year sale looms and oil risk stirs traders

India bond yields hold steady as 10 year sale looms and oil risk stirs traders

Indian government bonds held steady as traders digested a heavy supply event: a large sale of the benchmark 10-year note. Attention then shifted to the auction results, with expectations that yields could rise. At the same time, easing liquidity dragged overnight index swap rates lower, while concerns over high oil prices tied to a fragile US-Iran ceasefire kept risk sentiment cautious.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Why banks are raising interest rates even as RBI stance stays steady

Why banks are raising interest rates even as RBI stance stays steady

Even without a fresh RBI push for rate hikes, some banks are increasing deposit interest rates. The reason, according to the report, is RBI’s focus on systemic stability, which is nudging banks to strengthen balance sheets by attracting more deposits. As competition for funds rises, banks may offer higher rates to keep liquidity comfortable.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
AMC eyes Rs 1000 crore bond issue to move first in debt market

AMC eyes Rs 1000 crore bond issue to move first in debt market

An asset management company is planning to launch a ₹1,000 crore bond issue, aiming to be among the first movers in the debt market. The strategy banks on current liquidity conditions and signs of early investor interest, positioning the issuer to capture demand ahead of competitors.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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RBI says growth failure is not a rate cut problem, defends liquidity stance

RBI says growth failure is not a rate cut problem, defends liquidity stance

In a sharp message, the RBI argued that weak growth can’t be blamed on monetary policy alone. It pointed to its decision to avoid cutting rates by 35 bps or more, signaling that liquidity availability is not the binding constraint on growth. The stance seeks to limit the idea that more monetary easing would automatically translate into stronger economic performance.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Small cap funds reopen unevenly as some keep gates shut for liquidity risk

Small cap funds reopen unevenly as some keep gates shut for liquidity risk

Several small-cap mutual funds that had temporarily restricted inflows due to stretched valuations and high liquidity are now reopening, but not uniformly. Some have lifted gates, while others—especially larger funds—remain closed, citing capacity limits and liquidity risks. Investors are urged to treat these moves as disciplined risk management, not signals to time the market.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
India Inc cuts overseas bond deals as local liquidity and rupee shift tilt fundraising

India Inc cuts overseas bond deals as local liquidity and rupee shift tilt fundraising

Indian companies are cutting back on overseas bond issuance as domestic liquidity improves and a weaker rupee makes local borrowing more appealing. With funding costs and currency dynamics turning in favor of onshore markets, issuers are favoring local fundraising over foreign capital. The shift signals how quickly corporate debt strategies are responding to market conditions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Banks are shifting from loans to mutual funds and it changes everything for savers

Banks are shifting from loans to mutual funds and it changes everything for savers

Banks that traditionally relied on deposits and wholesale funding to drive lending are increasingly parking money in mutual funds. The move helps manage returns and liquidity but also puts banks in direct competition for investors’ savings, where mutual fund investments can replace or reduce demand for bank deposits and loans. The result: a reshaped financial landscape.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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