Category: Business

Shares of PNB Gilts hit upper circuit on September 22, 2023, following news that India's inclusion in JPMorgan's bond index is seen driving billions of dollars of inflows. The index provider will add Indian bonds to its widely-tracked emerging market index starting June 28, 2024. PNB Gilts is a primary dealer in government securities and other fixed-income instruments. The inclusion of Indian bonds in JPMorgan's index is expected to attract significant foreign inflows, which is likely to benefit PNB Gilts and other primary dealers in government securities.

OYO, a hospitality tech platform, has recorded strong growth in the business travel segment in the first seven months of 2023. The company has added nearly 2,800 corporate clients and its revenue from business travel has grown by 20%. The growth is being driven by strong demand from startups, film production houses, travel management companies, small and medium scale enterprises, and traditional business houses & conglomerates. OYO's commitment to providing affordable and reliable accommodation options to businesses of all sizes has made it a preferred choice for businesses across India.

HDFCB has clarified certain aspects relating to merged financials, which are likely to have a mixed impact on the company's performance in the near term. However, the outlook for HDFCB remains positive in the medium to long term, with core earnings growth expected to revive.

Pharma major Lupin Limited has acquired five legacy brands in strategic therapy areas from Menarini for the Indian market. The brands are Piclin, Menoctyl, Sucramal O, Pyridium, and Distaclor. This strategic acquisition is in line with Lupin's goal to broaden its presence in the Indian market and offer a comprehensive range of products. The five brands acquired by Lupin have a range of medicinal properties and are used to treat a variety of conditions, including constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, acidity, stomach ulcer, heartburn, pain, burning, increased urination, and increased urge to urinate.

Indian bond markets are expected to remain stable in the near term after JPMorgan's inclusion of India in its widely tracked emerging market debt index, according to BlackRock's head of Asia Pacific fixed income, Neeraj Seth. Seth expects inflows of around $20 billion to $25 billion into India after the maximum weight threshold is achieved on the GBI-EM index. Given the size of the global government bond market, this is relatively small and is unlikely to have a significant impact on volatility.

JPMorgan is adding Indian government bonds to its list of emerging market bonds that it invests in. This is a good thing for India because it means that more foreign investors will be able to buy Indian government bonds. This could bring in billions of dollars of investment into India, which would help the Indian economy grow.

Electronics Mart India stock fell 5% on September 22 after promoter Pavan Kumar Bajaj sold a 2.5% stake in the company. Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund picked up a 1.57% stake in the company at the same time. The company's revenue and net profit rose in the April-June quarter, and operating profit margins expanded.

Investing in land and renting it out can be a good way to generate income and capital appreciation. However, it is important to do your research and invest in the right locations. The key factors to consider include proximity to the city center, upcoming infrastructure, social amenities, tourist attractions, and affordability.

Hindalco is investing heavily in its businesses that make aluminum products for things like cars, trucks, and packaging. The company is doing this because it believes that the demand for these products will continue to grow in the coming years. Despite some challenges in the near term, Hindalco is confident in its long-term outlook. The company is adding new capacity to make more of these products, and it expects to be profitable from doing so.

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty fell for the fourth consecutive day on September 22, despite the inclusion of Indian bonds in the JP Morgan Government Bond Index-Emerging Markets (GBI-EM) global index suite from June 2024. The market is expected to remain volatile in the near term, with key support at 19,600 for Nifty.