Foreign portfolio investors are showing caution in the Indian primary market. IPO investments are down compared to last year. However, the average IPO size has doubled. FPIs are now selective, focusing on new-age tech companies. Secondary market investments rebounded in May. Overall, FPIs were net sellers in the first five months of 2025, despite recent inflows.
Yes Bank's board has approved a plan to raise funds. The bank aims to secure 7,500 crore through equity and 8,500 crore via debt instruments in fiscal year 2026. This fundraising will occur in stages, both domestically and internationally. Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation will increase its stake in Yes Bank.
BofA Global Research's Claudio Irigoyen suggests the US dollar will likely remain soft without a major collapse. Rising US treasury yields reflect recalibrated expectations due to fiscal and policy uncertainties, impacting consumer and business sentiment. Portfolio rebalancing by global investors, shifting away from US assets, further contributes to the dollar's struggle.
Analysts are raising earnings per share (EPS) estimates for many large companies after Q4, reversing previous downgrades. This positive shift is attributed to increased government spending and a rise in consumer demand. The Nifty's EPS is projected to grow significantly, driven by accommodative monetary policy and continued government investment, boosting investor confidence.
