Nifty’s 30 October Debt Rebalance: A Fund Category Can Stay the Same While Its Benchmark Mix Changes
The review changes G-Sec constituents and several composite weights. Coupon, yield, maturity and duration still need separate labels.
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Piramal’s 905PFL26 Trading Suspension: The Notice Says Maturity, Not Default
One identified NCD stops trading for a stated maturity reason. Check the ISIN and redemption evidence before turning the headline into an issuer-wide claim.
NSE Extends Corporate-Bond T+0 RFQ Trading: The Extra Hour Does Not Guarantee an Exit
The relevant RFQ window runs to 5 p.m. from 19 October. Understand instrument scope, settlement and the difference between access and liquidity.
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