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Deposit rates may stay elevated despite slower credit growth

Deposit growth is currently outpacing credit expansion. Although a policy rate cut is expected in the second half of the fiscal year, bank deposit rates are likely to stay high for now. This is due to the slow pace of deposit mobilisation and the need for capital to fund private capital expenditure, which is on the rise. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/pPyo24I via IFTTT

Fresh deposit and lending rates move in different directions in August

Despite an incomplete transmission of the 220 basis points hike in the benchmark repo rate, the Reserve Bank of India data for August shows mixed trends: marginal easing in weighted average deposit rates, slight rise in lending rates, and an increase in the weighted average domestic term deposit rate. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/p1enEqA via IFTTT

Consumers keep a strict watch on credit card spends

Indian banks anticipate a high single-digit growth in festive period credit card spending due to subdued consumer demand. Last year, credit card spends during October to December reached nearly ₹4.87 lakh crore, a 30% increase from the previous year. However, sticky inflation and risks over unsecured loan growth could lead to cautious spending this year. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/ip2EUqe via IFTTT

Banks look for a way out of UBO tangle

Banks in Mumbai are facing challenges with identifying ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs) of foreign investments due to varying disclosure rules across countries. This issue has been discussed among senior bankers, who believe India's anti-money laundering laws should adapt to different international standards to ensure compliance and transparency. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/8fa3uED via IFTTT

Kylie Jenner and Ayo Edebiri Toast a Starry Crowd at Paris Fashion Week

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Credit cards bring experiences to woo the young and affluent

Credit and debit cards offering discounts on travel, experiences, and lifestyle are gaining popularity among affluent and young customers. Banks like Bank of Baroda, HDFC Bank, and HSBC are partnering with travel companies to provide exclusive offers. The trend is driven by rising demand for unique experiences and live events. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/gKuFvmM via IFTTT

Nasrallah’s death throws more uncertainty into Lebanon’s political disarray.

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Can Hezbollah Recover From the Death of Its Most Commanding Leader?

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Two Bank of America employees in India suspended

Bank of America has placed two bankers in India on administrative leave amid an internal investigation following a whistleblower complaint. The complaint alleges that the bankers tipped off certain investors about upcoming secondary offerings, allowing them to profit from non-public information. The investigation focuses on a $200-million stock sale for Sun Life in March. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/jXQwtsV via IFTTT

With Sean Combs in Jail, Civil Suits Continue to Pile Up

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‘It Was Like Judgment Day’: Residents Flee Deadly Israeli Strikes Near Beirut

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By Hwaida Saad, Vivian Yee, Aaron Boxerman, Christiaan Triebert, Aric Toler and Euan Ward from NYT World https://ift.tt/4VARC9K via IFTTT

Lloyd Macklowe, Leading Purveyor of Art Nouveau, Is Dead at 90

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2 Injured When Man Sets Off Explosive Device at California Courthouse

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U.S. Accuses Visa of Monopoly in Debit Cards

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Share of borrowers rated Prime+ on rise, shows TransUnion CIBIL data

Data from TransUnion CIBIL indicates an improvement in credit culture, with the share of prime-rated borrowers rising to 55% by June 2024. However, retail credit growth has moderated as banks and NBFCs tighten credit supply. Home loans and credit cards saw significant contractions, while personal loans grew modestly. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/EPmHnz0 via IFTTT

Controversies Erupt as Trump and G.O.P. Make Critical Push to Voters

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By Lisa Lerer, Reid J. Epstein and Michael Gold from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/GFo7Efz via IFTTT

La plataforma X, de Elon Musk, cede en Brasil

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By Jack Nicas and Ana Ionova from NYT En español https://ift.tt/YwOfyX6 via IFTTT

Arizona Court Allows 98,000 to Vote in State and Local Races Despite Database Glitch

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The Deserter

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By Sarah A. Topol from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/cIZeAWv via IFTTT

OMG, Could the Mets Actually Pull This Off?

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Ukraine Says Russia Hit Nursing Home Near Border, Killing at Least 1

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There Was Nothing Political About the Fed’s Big Interest Rate Cut

By Peter Coy from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/xK3lwna via IFTTT

HDFC Bank to assign Rs 9,062 crore car loan pool to mutual funds to correct its credit-deposit ratio

PTCs are issued across three tranches- with series A1 having an issue size of Rs 3,500 crore and maturing in 24 months, series A2 of Rs 1,800 crore and maturing in 34 months and series A3 of Rs 3762 crore for 60 months. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/Tfqj6ZE via IFTTT

Suspect in Trump Golf Course Episode Ran a Business in Hawaii

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Books by Rachel Kushner and Percival Everett Make Booker Prize Shortlist

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India's decade will be SBI's decade, too...as the best, most valued bank: Challa Sreenivasulu Setty, Chairman

Challa Sreenivasulu Setty, the new chairman of State Bank of India, is aiming to leverage the bank's extensive network and brand to attract more deposits while managing risks in infrastructure financing. He emphasises technology, customer service, and cyber security as key priorities to enhance productivity and maintain consistent performance. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/2wEq5ut via IFTTT

Trump Safe After Shooting Reported at His Golf Course

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Disney and DirecTV Reach Deal, Ending ESPN Blackout

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Mary McFadden, Celebrated Designer of Shimmering Dresses, Dies at 85

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Trump’s Proposal to End Taxes on Overtime Pay Could Cost Billions

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Putin Warns Ukraine’s Use of Long-Range Weapons Would Put NATO ‘at War’ With Russia

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A French Punk Feminist Takes on #MeToo and Addiction

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Why Your Favorite Restaurant Sounds Like That

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Democratic Swifties are ecstatic (even in a swing state where she didn’t tour).

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Harris’s challenge: Pushing ahead without leaving Biden behind.

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‘Need to Tell a Story’: Why U.K.’s Leader Faced a Revolt Over a Retiree Benefit Cut

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Palestinians Hold Funeral for American Slain in West Bank

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Walt Ehmer, Former Waffle House C.E.O., Dies at 58

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Edmundo González, candidato de la oposición venezolana, se refugia en España

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A Buzzy U.S. Open Got an After-Party to Match the Vibe

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Dozens Fall Ill on Hawaii Hiking Trail in ‘Concerning’ Outbreak of Norovirus

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Harris Releases Ad Targeting Trump for Helping Overturn Roe v. Wade

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Typhoon Yagi Lashes Vietnam With Strong Winds and Torrential Rain

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Last of 3 Inmates Sentenced in Beating Death of Whitey Bulger Gets 25 Years

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Meet MJ Lenderman, Southern Rock’s Tragicomic Poet

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AU Small Finance inks pact with United India Insurance Co for distribution of insurance products

AU Small Finance Bank and United India Insurance Company have announced a strategic partnership to offer general insurance solutions to the bank's customers. This collaboration aims to provide reliable and affordable insurance options across various categories, leveraging UIIC's extensive network and AU SFB's expanding infrastructure, covering 21 states and 4 union territories. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/8fpjWqK via IFTTT

What’s Going On in This Graph? | Sept. 11, 2024

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Georgia Shooting Might Have Been ‘Way Worse’ Without Security Steps

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By Troy Closson, Dana Goldstein and Alessandro Marazzi Sassoon from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/5SD9Mts via IFTTT

A bigger share of bank deposits comes at higher rates now

Banks in India are offering higher interest rates on deposits to attract savers, with more than two-thirds of deposits earning 7% or above by June 2024. This shift is driven by the need to meet rising credit demand, which continues to outpace deposit growth. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/bJIWY8i via IFTTT

Trudeau’s Hold on Power Slips After Collapse of Governing Agreement

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Biden Expected to Block U.S. Steel Takeover

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Putin es recibido con alfombra roja en Mongolia a pesar de su orden de detención

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Brazilian Supreme Court Panel Upholds Order to Block Elon Musk’s X

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Putin Arrives in Mongolia in Defiance of I.C.C. Arrest Warrant

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PNB Housing sees growth emerging & affordable spaces: MD Girish Kousgi

PNB Housing Finance, backed by Carlyle, aims to grow its affordable loan book to ₹15,000 crore by FY27. Currently, the affordable housing sector contributes ₹2,500 crore. The lender plans to shift focus to high-yielding segments and expects its overall loan book to grow by 18% in the next three years. from Banking-Banking/Finance-Industry-Economic Times https://ift.tt/gOScAG0 via IFTTT

Man Sentenced to 27 Months in Prison for Harassing Journalists

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East Germans Lean Toward Extremes in State Elections

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