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The consultation paper released on October 16 said that the demat accounts cannot hold equity shares

Indian bond yields open almost flat on day 2 after JP Morgan global bond index inclusion

Indian bonds were added to the JP Morgan Bond Index – Emerging Markets over 10-month period on June 28.

Primary bond market subscription on RBI’s retail direct platform surges over 100% year-on-year, shows data

The RBI’s Retail Direct scheme helps individuals to invest in government securities through a direct platform.

States borrow 45% less than budgeted amount in Q1FY25, shows RBI data

Yield on the state development loans have seen a moderation in the last few months by 5-7 basis points based on easing yield on government securities.

RBI's Retail Direct Scheme could disrupt the market, pose a significant challenge to market intermediaries

The RBI's app may offer a seamless and integrated platform for investing in G-secs, providing a one-stop solution for retail investors' needs.

Stability in G-Secs has added to financial market resilience, says FM Sitharaman

Sitharaman was speaking at an event commemorating 90 years of the Reserve Bank of India

Digital rupee has wider scope but it can't replace physical currency: SBI chief

Dinesh Khara has noted that there is a scope and case for the co-existence of both physical currency and CBDC.

States' borrowing cost via SDL falls tracking moderation in G-sec yield

The cut-off yield on the 10-year SDL eased by 13 basis points (Bps) on-week while the 7-year SDL fell by 8-9 bps on weekly basis. One basis point is one hundredth of the percentage point.

RBI proposes borrowing, lending of government securities

The RBI Governor announced the restoration of government securities market timing to pre pandemic. G-Sec market will now be operational between 9am and 5pm

IDBI Bank to continue primary dealer business even if foreign bank acquires majority stake

As part of the primary dealer activity, IDBI Bank is involved in market making activities in respect of G-Secs, including T-bills. IDBI's treasury actively participates in primary auction of government bonds.

Benchmark bond yields ease as crude oil prices extend losses

Yields may move in a tight range around 7.5 percent as dealers eye easing signs in India and US inflation data this week.

RBI’s Retail Direct platform for g-secs: Many positives, but still not enticing enough for retail investors

While there is a cost advantage in using RBI's direct platform, without the ease of transaction, it may take time for retail investors to warm up to it

LIC, HDFC pension funds deliver best returns in the G-sec category

All pension fund managers beat their mutual fund peers as well as the benchmark over three years

Govt to borrow Rs 7.24 lakh crore between April and September

For the current financial year (2020-21), the gross borrowing estimate was revised to Rs 12.8 lakh crore as against the Budget estimate of Rs 7.8 lakh crore. However, Economic Affairs Secretary Tarun Bajaj said the Centre has borrowed a record gross Rs 13.70 lakh crore in 2020-21, while net borrowing was Rs 11.43 lakh crore.

Explained: All about investing directly in government securities

Investors can trade through the exchanges and also participate in primary issuances directly through their Retail Direct account

Gilt funds see record monthly outflows in December

Investors are taking profits from gilt funds or g-sec funds, as yields not expected to see meaningful dips from current levels

NPS G-sec funds deliver double-digit returns over the long term

Most pension fund managers’ g-sec schemes have delivered double-digit returns over five years

NPS funds ride the gilt rally, deliver double-digit returns on g-sec schemes

The NPS allows investments in equity, corporate debt, government securities and alternative asset schemes

More retail investors in govt bonds: A dream too far

Governments are criticised for using institutions as captive source of financing deficits and retail participation will mitigate this criticism.

Kahaani Mein Twist! But, investors can take a safe bet on ‘fixed income’ funds

The repo rate currently is at 5.15 percent and the 10-year G-Sec yield was trading ~6.75 percent in pre-announcement of ‘Operation Twist. This could be one of the key reasons behind the move.

Markets | Is the bond market going crazy?

The fall in g-sec yields is understandable because investors are assuming further rate cuts. However, one can still not be sure if these cuts will deliver higher investment when the broader economic environment is not yet conducive.

Markets | The sweet spot in bond yields

Why has the Indian yield curve steepened?

CRR hike tempers repo rate cut possibility: Icra

The expectations on a repo rate cut have been tempered with hike in cash reserve ratio (CRR), Icra said in a note.

Canara Bank hopes Rs 32k cr deposits will help in NPA recovery

Bankers have maintained a positive stance after the roll-out of the demonetisation scheme. Rakesh Sharma, MD & CEO of Canara Bank concurs with the optimism and says that the bank is not facing issues since the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) formed the task force to manage the chaotic situation.