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RBI key rate cut? BofA-ML bets on two more in 2019

RBI key rate cut? BofA-ML bets on two more in 2019

Wed, Feb 27, 2019

The Reserve Bank will reduce its key policy rates twice this year as it accommodates the concerns about growth amid the cooling price situation, says a brokerage report.

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Welcome 2019: Your home, personal, car loan EMIs may come down in New Year; Here's why

Welcome 2019: Your home, personal, car loan EMIs may come down in New Year; Here's why

Wed, Dec 26, 2018

New year 2019 may bring a big relief to loan seekers as the time is now ripe for the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to announce the much-awaited key policy rate. 

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RBI may cut CRR by 1% in Dec if FPI flows don't revive: BofAML

RBI may cut CRR by 1% in Dec if FPI flows don't revive: BofAML

Mon, Oct 29, 2018

Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BofAML) Monday said the RBI is likely to reduce the cash reserve ratio (CRR), or the amount of bank deposits parked with the central bank, by one percentage point in December, if the portfolio flows do not revive.

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Easing ECB norms for oil firms may not arrest Re slide: BofAML

Easing ECB norms for oil firms may not arrest Re slide: BofAML

Thu, Oct 04, 2018

On Thursday, Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BofAML) said that liberalizing foreign borrowings for oil companies to raise to USD 10 billion will not have a "material" impact on arresting the slide of the rupee.

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RBI to conduct OMO purchase worth USD 40 billion? Here's what Bank of America Merryl Lynch says

RBI to conduct OMO purchase worth USD 40 billion? Here's what Bank of America Merryl Lynch says

Tue, Sep 25, 2018

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to conduct additional open market operation (OMO) purchase worth USD 40 billion by March end.

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RBI to conduct OMO purchase worth USD 40 billion? Here's what Bank of America Merryl Lynch says

RBI to conduct OMO purchase worth USD 40 billion? Here's what Bank of America Merryl Lynch says

Tue, Sep 25, 2018

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to conduct additional open market operation (OMO) purchase worth USD 40 billion by March end.

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China startup NIO hires eight banks for up to $2 billion US IPO: Sources

China startup NIO hires eight banks for up to $2 billion US IPO: Sources

Wed, Feb 28, 2018

NIO`s proposed IPO of $1 billion-$2 billion comes as the firm, founded by Chinese internet entrepreneur William Li in 2014, seeks fresh capital to finance its expansion and investments in areas including autonomous driving and battery technologies, one of them said.  

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Merrill Lynch bans clients from investing in Silbert bitcoin fund

Merrill Lynch bans clients from investing in Silbert bitcoin fund

Thu, Jan 04, 2018

Bank of America Merrill Lynch banned clients from investing in one of bitcoin mogul Barry Silbert`s top funds last month, according to a memo seen by Reuters.

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Additional central borrowing a negative surprise: BofAML

Additional central borrowing a negative surprise: BofAML

Fri, Dec 29, 2017

The global brokerage expects Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to hold to the fiscal deficit target of 3.2 per cent of GDP, same as 2017-18, with net borrowing of Rs 4,92,000 crore.

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Punjab National Bank launches up to $777 million share sale

Punjab National Bank launches up to $777 million share sale

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

India`s state-run banks are raising funds as part of a recapitalisation plan in which New Delhi will inject 1.35 trillion rupees through recapitalisation bonds.

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RBI likely to cut rates in Dec 6 policy review: Report

RBI likely to cut rates in Dec 6 policy review: Report

Mon, Oct 30, 2017

The Reserve Bank is likely to cut rates at its December 6 policy review meet as retail inflation remains muted and the October number is expected to be about 3.3 per cent, says a report.

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Retail car demand remains muted in August despite wholesale sales build-up for festive season

Retail car demand remains muted in August despite wholesale sales build-up for festive season

Thu, Aug 31, 2017

While wholesale car sales are expected to rise in August due to dealerships stocking up for the festive season, retail car sales seem to be muted in the month due to pre-buying.

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Lower lending rates likely post RBI policy action: BofAML

Lower lending rates likely post RBI policy action: BofAML

Sun, Aug 06, 2017

According to Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BofAML), the global financial services major, a reduction in lending rates by 25 bps before the busy season starts in October is likely to give loan demand a leg-up.

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90% Reliance Jio users opted for Prime, most ready to continue: Bank of America Merill Lynch

90% Reliance Jio users opted for Prime, most ready to continue: Bank of America Merill Lynch

Sun, Jun 18, 2017

Around 90 per cent of Reliance Jio users are estimated to have subscribed to its promotional Prime membership plan, as per a report by Bank of America Merill Lynch. Around 76 per cent are ready to continue using Jio's service once the promotional period ends, it added.

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Under Urjit Patel, RBI zooms in on 4% inflation target

Under Urjit Patel, RBI zooms in on 4% inflation target

Mon, May 08, 2017

The pursuit of the 4% target will likely continue to remain a source of disagreement between the RBI and some market players, even as investors begin to adjust to a more hawkish monetary policy.

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RBI may keep interest rates unchanged on April 6; expects 25 bps cut in August: BofAML

RBI may keep interest rates unchanged on April 6; expects 25 bps cut in August: BofAML

Thu, Mar 30, 2017

Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BofAML) in its recent research note has said that RBI is likely to keep key interest rates unchanged on April 6 with further 25 basis points rate cut expectations in its next monetary policy meet on August 2.

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Merrill Lynch survey: 71% respondents say Reliance Jio 4G speeds have slowed down

Merrill Lynch survey: 71% respondents say Reliance Jio 4G speeds have slowed down

Wed, Mar 22, 2017

Highlights:  1. Majority of the Jio respondents (71%) were of the opinion that Jio internet speeds were good initially but have slowed.

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Hindalco offers $500 million of new shares - term sheet

Hindalco offers $500 million of new shares - term sheet

Fri, Mar 03, 2017

Citi, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Axis Capital, JM Financial and SBI Capital Markets are managers for the sale.

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Reckitt Benckiser to buy Mead Johnson Nutrition for $16.6 billion

Reckitt Benckiser to buy Mead Johnson Nutrition for $16.6 billion

Fri, Feb 10, 2017

Reckitt Benckiser has agreed to buy US baby formula maker Mead Johnson Nutrition for $16.6 billion which will help the company to increase its presence in developing markets 

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Kunal Bahl expects Snapdeal to turn profitable in next 2 years

Kunal Bahl expects Snapdeal to turn profitable in next 2 years

Mon, Feb 06, 2017

Despite reporting a loss of Rs 29.6 billion ($441 million) in the financial year to March 31, 2016, the CEO expects Snapdeal to turn profitable in the next 2 years.

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