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India bonds gain as traders cover shorts after oil-led selloff

Indian government bonds saw a slight recovery Tuesday as traders covered short positions after a steep selloff. Concerns over the U.S.-Iran conflict and its impact on India's oil imports and a weakening rupee are keeping markets on edge, potentially delaying interest rate cuts. Overnight swap rates eased as opportunistic buying…

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250% return on SGB premature redemption date: Gold bond turns Rs 1 lakh investment into Rs 3.5 lakh

The Reserve Bank of India has announced the premature redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bond SGB 2020-21 Series-II, fixed at Rs 15,904 per unit. Investors can redeem this tranche from May 19, 2026, after the fifth year. This offers an absolute simple return of over 250% on the initial investment.

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US Stock Market: Foreign holdings of US Treasuries fall in March as Japan, China cut exposure

Foreign holdings of U.S. Treasuries dipped in March to $9.348 trillion, down from a record high, as major investors like Japan and China reduced their exposure. Despite this monthly decline, overall foreign investment in U.S. financial assets remained robust, with significant inflows into corporate bonds and continued interest in equities.

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Is a deeper bond crash ahead? From Washington to Tokyo, governments are paying the highest borrowing costs in decades as global bond yields surge — why are investors dumping bonds?

Global Bond Yields Spike to Multi-Decade Highs as Iran War Fuels Inflation Crisis: From Washington to Tokyo, governments are now paying the most to borrow in a generation. The Iran war's energy shock is rewriting the rules of global finance — and the bill is only getting larger. The 10-year…

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INDIA BONDS-Oil-led global bond rout pushes India 10-year yield to 7-week high

Indian bonds have increasingly tracked U.S. Treasury moves in recent years, as higher U.S. yields narrow the return premium on emerging-market debt, spur foreign outflows and pressure the rupee.

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Indian firms turn to floating-rate debt as interest rate hikes loom

Coupons for floating-rate bonds are priced at a spread over three-month Treasury bill yields and reset quarterly. When rate hikes are expected, these bonds turn more ‌attractive to both ⁠issuers and ⁠investors - companies can borrow at a lower initial cost, while investors benefit from returns that rise over time.

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Oil prices rise and bonds wobble as Iran war stokes inflation fears

Trump warning over peace talks drives up crude price as UK gilts hit by uncertainty over Starmer leadership

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Monday briefing: Is the bond market making Britain ungovernable?

In today’s newsletter: The fate of Liz Truss is a warning to any PM thinking of implementing radical economic reform. But does the need to appease the market mean real change is always out of reach?

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Sovereign Gold Bond premature exit date today: SGB series turned Rs 1 lakh investment into Rs 3.12 lakh

The Reserve Bank of India has announced the premature redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) 2020-21 Series VIII at Rs 16,012 per unit. Investors can redeem their bonds early from May 18, 2026, after five years of the issue date. This offers online investors a significant return of 212.30%…

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Rupee seen testing record lows; bonds to extend fall on Iran war jitters

The Indian rupee is poised to hit record lows as investors grapple with growth-inflation risks stemming from the Iran war. Rising Brent crude prices are fueling global inflation concerns, prompting expectations of monetary tightening. India's policymakers are implementing measures to support the rupee and manage balance of payments pressures, while…

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Global Market Today: Asian shares slip, oil prices pile pressure on bonds

Asian markets declined Monday. Drone attacks in the Gulf boosted oil prices and bond yields. Investors anticipate Nvidia's earnings report this week, which could impact the AI boom. G7 finance ministers are meeting to discuss the Strait of Hormuz and raw material supplies. High energy costs are driving inflation concerns…

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The top foreign holders of U.S. debt may soon dump Treasury bonds and bring their money back home, potentially spiking borrowing costs

Yields for 10- and 30-year JGBs have soared to the highest levels since the 1990s, and the central bank is expected to tighten for the fifth time since 2024.

Fortune

African proverb of the day: 'Little things make a woman love a man...' Life lessons on relationships, romance, wealth and why you don't need only grand gestures to win a heart

African proverb of the day shares a message about relationships, romance, wealth, and trust. It explains how small actions create strong bonds. The proverb shows that care, effort, and attention matter more than expensive gifts. It also connects love with patience, honesty, and daily effort. This message continues to guide…

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Global bonds battered as flaring inflation spooks investors

Global bond markets are experiencing significant interest rate hikes, driven by escalating energy prices from the Iran conflict and persistent inflation. This is impacting everything from homebuying to corporate borrowing, with benchmark U.S. Treasury yields reaching yearly highs. Investors are now anticipating further rate increases from central banks worldwide, a…

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212% return on SGB premature redemption date: Gold bond turns Rs 1 lakh investment into Rs 3.12 lakh

The Reserve Bank of India has announced the premature redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) 2020-21 Series-VIII, allowing investors to redeem from May 18, 2026. A Rs 1 lakh investment in this SGB, issued at Rs 5,127 per gram, has grown to approximately Rs 3.12 lakh, yielding a 212.30%…

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China stands ready to deepen solidarity with partners: Chinese envoy to India on BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting

China's Ambassador Xu Feihong congratulated India on hosting the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting. He highlighted constructive discussions on global issues and China's commitment to deepening BRICS solidarity and cooperation. China proposes strengthening strategic collaboration, economic ties, innovation, and people-to-people bonds. BRICS remains a key platform for addressing global challenges and…

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African proverb of the day: 'A home without a woman is like a barn without a...' - life lessons on women's role in family unity, love, togetherness, support, emotional connection and what truly makes a home

African proverb of the day: The African saying emphasizes that relationships and emotional connections, not just material comfort, define a home. This saying highlights the vital role of human connection, care, and family in creating warmth and balance, urging appreciation for those who foster these bonds.

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Demand for longer-term U.S. debt gets weaker as one shock after another stokes fear that high inflation is here to stay

On Wednesday, the Treasury Department sold $25 billion of 30-year bonds at a 5% yield for the first time since 2007.

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7 Reasons Your Portfolio Needs More Than Just an S&P 500 ETF in 2026

An S&P 500 ETF might be the easiest, most obvious investment you can make. But it probably shouldn't be the only one.

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7 Things Dying Dogs Often Do Before Saying Goodbye

Few experiences are as emotionally painful as watching a beloved dog approach the end of its life. For millions of dog owners around the world, the final days of a pet are filled with confusion, grief, guilt, and a desperate search for meaning in every small behavior. Veterinarians and animal…

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Bonds worry, while stocks enjoy the "bliss trade"

The disconnect can get a bit confusing for investors and policymakers.

Evening Standard

Gilts and pound suffer sell-off as market frets over Labour leadership

Yields on UK government bonds climbed back up on worries over political instability and the candidates jostling to challenge the Prime Minister.

The Economic Times

Japanese bond yields hit record highs as rate-hike bets firm

The benchmark 10-year JGB yield rose as much as 10 basis points (bps) to 2.73%, the highest ‌level since ⁠May 1997. The ⁠yields on five-year notes and 20-year bonds touched all-time peaks of 2.00% and 3.615%, respectively. Yields move inversely to bond prices.

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India’s cities need Rs 80 lakh crore investment to support urban growth: Report

India requires Rs 80 lakh crore for urban infrastructure by 2037. Cities will contribute significantly to the nation's GDP. A new Rs 1 lakh crore fund will encourage market-based funding for urban projects. Local bodies must raise funds through bonds or loans. This will improve financial discipline and city creditworthiness.…

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Alphabet sells yen bonds worth $3.6 billion, largest such issue by foreign company

Alphabet has issued a record-breaking 576.5 billion yen ($3.6 billion) in yen-denominated bonds, marking its first such debt offering. This move supports its substantial AI investment program and funding diversification efforts. The issuance saw strong demand from investors, surpassing Berkshire Hathaway's previous record.

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