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FM Sitharaman Signals More Measures to Attract Global Capital Into India

about 2 months ago · Lumic

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addresses a gathering, indicating India's plan to attract more foreign investment.
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about 2 months ago
FM Sitharaman Signals More Measures to Attract Global Capital Into India
KEY TAKEAWAYS
FM Sitharaman signals more steps to attract foreign capital saying recent bond measures are a start
Government eased FPI access to govt securities with tax relief on interest and capital gains income
RBI and Finance Ministry working together to make India bonds more attractive for global investors
India is rolling out the red carpet for foreign money in a big way
Business Standard·about 2 months ago

This Insights piece dives into Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's recent announcement signalling further government initiatives to attract foreign capital into India. Building on recent policy adjustments, the government, in collaboration with the RBI, is actively working to make Indian debt markets, particularly government securities, more appealing to Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs). Key measures include eased access for FPIs to these securities, alongside tax exemptions on interest and capital gains income. This strategic push aims to enhance capital flows, bolster the India economy, and reinforce India's position as a favourable investment destination for global financial institutions (FIIs). The focus is on creating a more robust investment policy to encourage sustained foreign investment.

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