NDTV Profit Pulse On March 27—Top 8 Stories At 8 P.M. Under 8 Minutes
Among the top stories of the day is the Indian government setting a borrowing target of Rs 8 lakh crore via bonds for the first half of fiscal 2026. Also, the Reserve Bank of India is set to meet bankers next week to discuss changes in its liquidity management framework.
On the corporate front, helmet maker Studds is making another attempt at an initial public offering after seven years, and premium whisky brand Dram Bell is eyeing North India expansion.
Meanwhile, Indian markets rebounded after Wednesday's fall and the US stocks tumbled on renewed trade war concerns.
Here's a quick roundup of today's key headlines:
Government Sets Borrowing Target
The government has set its first-half borrowing target at Rs 8 lakh crore, lower than Bloomberg's estimate of Rs 8.4 lakh crore. This accounts for 54% of the full-year borrowing plan of Rs 14.82 lakh crore, including Rs 10,000 crore worth of Sovereign Green Bonds.
Will this plan ease fiscal concerns? Read more.
RBI To Discuss New Liquidity Model With Bankers
India's central bank will meet lenders on April 3 to take feedback on revising its liquidity management framework, Bloomberg reported. The new model could include shorter-maturity repurchase operations to better anchor borrowing costs.
What could change? Find out here.
Indian Equities Rebound; US Stocks Slide in Early Trade
The NSE Nifty 50 gained 159.60 points to close at 23,591.95, while the BSE Sensex rose 317.93 points. In the US, stocks fell on concerns over new tariffs, with Tesla bouncing back after a steep drop.
No Bears In Sight?
Despite recent market volatility, 18 Nifty 500 stocks—including KEI Industries, Delhivery, PNC Infratech, and DLF—have no ‘sell' ratings from analysts. These stocks offer return potentials ranging from 6% to 58%.
Which stocks made the list? Check here.
PLI-Auto Scheme: Rs 25,000-Crore Investments Committed
Companies under the PLI-Auto Scheme have committed over Rs 25,000 crore in capital investments, the government said in a statement on Thursday. This includes the establishment of new production facilities and technological upgrades, particularly in the electric vehicle sector.
How will this impact India's auto sector? Read here.
Fundraising By Indian Firms Hits Record Despite Volatility
Indian corporates raised a record Rs 3.88 lakh crore via public equity in fiscal 2025, up 92% from the previous year, according to PRIME Database. Debt fundraising also hit a high of Rs 11.12 lakh crore.
Full details here.
Studds IPO: Helmet Maker's Reattempts Market Debut
Seven years after its first IPO attempt, Studds Accessories has refiled draft papers for a stake sale of up to 77.9 lakh shares. This time, the offer is purely an offer-for-sale, with no fresh issuance.
Will it succeed this time? Find out here.
Dram Bell Whisky Eyes North India Expansion
Kevin Pietersen-backed Ardent Alcobev plans to expand Dram Bell Blended Scotch Whisky into eight North Indian states, including Delhi and Punjab, within two months. The brand is also set to enter Goa, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh.
What's next for Ardent Alcobev? Read here.
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