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Reserve Bank of India raises rates, prompting shift away from long-term bonds

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The Reserve Bank of India raised interest rates for the first time in nearly four years and signaled future increases due to rising inflation. In response, mutual funds have reduced their exposure to longer-dated government bonds, with Indian mutual funds selling $4.5 billion in government bonds since July. Asset managers are shifting toward short-duration assets to mitigate risks associated with rising yields.

From indiatimes.com

Why it matters

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The rate hike and the RBI's hawkish policy tone on inflation have altered the risk and return profile of Indian fixed income assets. This shift is compounded by the RBI's recent heavy open market sales of bonds, which have changed demand-supply dynamics in the market.

Economists surveyed by Reuters predict economic trends, and Reserve Bank of India forecasts are benchmarked against actual GDP growth.

From indiatimes.com

Who's involved

  • ReutersInternational news agency that surveyed fund houses on financial trends
  • Reserve Bank of IndiaCentral bank of India that raised rates and sold government bonds
  • State Bank of IndiaIndian public sector bank whose lending and deposit rates are influenced by RBI policy
  • PIMCOInvestment management firm whose fixed income asset risk/return profile is affected by policy shifts
  • Bajaj FinanceIndian non-banking financial company whose funding costs may rise with interest rate hikes
  • Indian RupeeOfficial currency of the Republic of India that may be pressured by rate hikes and bond sales

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • Bajaj FinanceSpeculative

    Bajaj Finance could face increased funding costs and reduced asset values as rates rise.

  • Indian RupeeSpeculative

    The Indian Rupee may face pressure on its value due to the RBI rate hike and bond sales.

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