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India's $32 Billion Forex Drive Yet to Deliver Stronger Rupee Support
This 'Insights' piece delves into India's significant $32 billion foreign exchange (forex) measures, aimed at bolstering the nation's external finances. While the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) initiatives, including attracting dollar inflows and FCNR deposits, have demonstrably improved liquidity buffers, their impact on strengthening the Indian Rupee (INR) has been less pronounced. We explore why, considering the interplay of forex reserves, balance of payments dynamics, and government cash balances. The RBI's perspective suggests that while these inflows are crucial, other factors are also tempering the currency's movement against the US Dollar. This analysis offers a nuanced view on India currency management beyond just foreign exchange inflows.
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SML Mahindra Soars 41% in Two Days on CV Business Expansion Plans
- SML Mahindra jumped 41% in two sessions after fresh commercial vehicle expansion plans.
- Mahindra shifted its truck and bus business to SML, strengthening its CV market position.
- The combined business aims to become India's fourth-largest commercial vehicle player.
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