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Urjit Patel resigns, Moody's puts Modi govt under scanner

Urjit Patel resigns, Moody's puts Modi govt under scanner

Tue, Dec 11, 2018

The friction between the RBI and the Finance Ministry was attributed to the recalcitrance of Patel, who appeared keen to be seen as a defiant, independent-minded governor of high credibility by resisting the government's call for increased transparency on the central bank's reserves (just how much is necessary for stability operations) and for enhanced liquidity so that credit can be eased to money-strapped sectors especially MSMEs.

No near-term end seen for telecos long tunnel of pains: Report

No near-term end seen for telecos long tunnel of pains: Report

Thu, Oct 25, 2018

The issues dogging the telcos are unlikely to subside near-term even though consolidation offers some consolation from a long term perspective, says a report.

Moody's upgrade for India positive, but short-term reality, risks remain

Moody's upgrade for India positive, but short-term reality,...

Tue, Nov 21, 2017

After more than a decade, India witnessed first upgrade by Moody's Investor service on its economic outlook. This is expected to be followed by another two major rating agencies.

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Budget deficit may rise in FY18, but will improve in years

Budget deficit may rise in FY18, but will improve in years

Sun, Nov 19, 2017

In an interview to PTI, Moody's Investors Service V-P (Sovereign Risk Group) William Foster said the agency believes that the government's commitment to fiscal consolidation remains and sustained growth would help it reduce debt burden.

Despite getting debt payment relief, Moody's keep "negative" outlook for RCom

Despite getting debt payment relief, Moody's keep "negative" outlook for RCom

Tue, Jun 06, 2017

On June 2, Anil Ambani led RCom, addressing a press conference, said that the company presented its debt payment plan to its lenders who approved it given the company time till December 2017 to pay the loans due.

Cash balance in Jan Dhan accounts at its lowest since October

Cash balance in Jan Dhan accounts at its lowest since October

Wed, Mar 29, 2017

Data show that although from October to November 2016 saw an over Rs 30,000 crore rise in deposits in Jan Dhan accounts, withdrawals are slowly inching up,

RBI data show that Indians are rushing to withdraw cash as demonetisation pain eases

RBI data show that Indians are rushing to withdraw cash as demonetisation pain eases

Wed, Mar 01, 2017

HDFC Bank in one of its report said, “With the surge in deposits growth from 9.8% in 1H-FY17 to around 13% in 2H-FY17, commercial banks in India are at the moment flush with liquidity. After a spurt in deposits post-demonetisation, there is now a trend-reversal underway.”

Demonetisation likely to be credit positive for India, Moody's says

Demonetisation likely to be credit positive for India, Moody's says

Wed, Mar 01, 2017

Progress on the pending Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform and Finance Minister Arun Jaitley's 2017 budget speech to parliament both underscore the government's commitment to reform in the wake of demonetisation.

Bharti Airtel-Telenor acquisition: Is it a fair deal?

Bharti Airtel-Telenor acquisition: Is it a fair deal?

Fri, Feb 24, 2017

Though, the deal will still be credit positive, but, any unexpected adverse regulatory developments in any of Bharti's key markets will be negative for the rating.

ONGC's $11.5 billion Andhra investment may put cash flows under pressure: Moody's

ONGC's $11.5 billion Andhra investment may put cash flows under pressure: Moody's

Mon, Feb 06, 2017

On January 27, the company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Andhra Pradesh Government.

Moody's downgrade Lodha Developers rating to B2

Moody's downgrade Lodha Developers rating to B2

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Saranga Ranasinghe a Moody's Assitant Vice President and analysts said, “The downgrades reflects our expectation that the operating environment for the Indian real estate sector will continue to remain weak post the demonetisation exercise that tool place in November 2016. Weak operating conditions will continue to pressure LDPL's sales performance over the next 12-18 months.”

Credit outlook under pressure if RCom doesn't reduce debt soon: Moody's

Credit outlook under pressure if RCom doesn't reduce debt soon: Moody's

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Annalisa Di Chiara a Moody's Vice President and Senior Credit Officer said,”The downgrade primarily reflects our expectation that RCom's leverage, as measured by consolidated debt/EBITDA (including Moody's adjustment for spectrum liabilities) will remain above 7x over the next 6-9 months while the company pursues regulatory, shareholder and debt holder approvals for its announced restructuring, including the de-merger of its wireless business and sale of its tower assets.”

Moody's reaches $864 million settlement over subprime ratings

Moody's reaches $864 million settlement over subprime ratings

Sat, Jan 14, 2017

The authorities accused the credit rating agency of overvaluing the ratings of securities backed by subprime mortgages or at-risk loans at the center of the country`s worst financial crisis since the Great Depression.

Reforms in India to boost medium term growth: Moody's

Reforms in India to boost medium term growth: Moody's

Tue, Jan 10, 2017

In a statement, Moody`s Investors Service said the capacity of governments to implement measures and the effectiveness of policies in achieving the respective governments` objectives would shape the sovereigns` credit profiles over the coming year.

Stable outlook of Indian corporates will bring sustained economic growth further: Moody's

Stable outlook of Indian corporates will bring sustained economic growth further: Moody's

Wed, Jan 04, 2017

Laura Acres, Managing Director in Moody's Corporate Finance Group said, Strong GDP growth, capacity additions and stabilizing commodity prices will support EBITDA growth of 6%-12% over the next 12-18 months,"

How India lobbied Moody's for ratings upgrade, but failed

How India lobbied Moody's for ratings upgrade, but failed

Fri, Dec 23, 2016

Since storming to power in 2014, Modi has unveiled measures to boost investment, cool inflation and narrow the fiscal and current account deficits, but his policies have not been rewarded with a ratings upgrade from any of the "big three" global ratings agencies, who say more is needed.

Reliance Communications ratings under review for downgrade despite Brookfield deal, Moody's; shares flat

Reliance Communications ratings under review for downgrade despite Brookfield deal, Moody's; shares flat

Thu, Dec 22, 2016

Moody feels there is still lack of clarity on the cash flow generating capabilities of some of Rcom's remaining businesses, as the resulting leverage or cash flow positions following its restructuring can only be estimated within wide bounds.

M&A activity to fuel growth for India's pharma sector

M&A activity to fuel growth for India's pharma sector

Mon, Dec 12, 2016

Kaustubh Chaubal, a Moody's Vice President and Senior Analyst said, "The drive for overseas expansion comes amid the consolidation of the global pharmaceutical industry, as drug companies look to boost their product and pipeline diversity, scale and pricing power."

Board fights will have no impact on Tata Group, Moody's says

Board fights will have no impact on Tata Group, Moody's says

Wed, Nov 30, 2016

Kaustubh Chaubal, a Moody's Vice President and Senior Analyst said, "We expect that Tata Sons can continue to extend support to its key operating companies, should the need arise, owing to its substantial cash holdings and the significant value of its listed equity investments, and despite an ongoing boardroom reshuffle."

Moody's maintains India's Baa3 credit ratings with a positive outlook

Moody's maintains India's Baa3 credit ratings with a positive outlook

Wed, Nov 16, 2016

Moody's welcomes the economic and institutional reforms introduced since the positive outlook was assigned, but refrained from giving India a higher credit rating as the effect of this has yet to reflected.

Adjustment in India’s PPP model will attract investment: Moody’s

Adjustment in India’s PPP model will attract investment: Moody’s

Thu, Oct 20, 2016

Tyagi said," India’s PPP framework will benefit if developed further which will address issues like (1) improved risk allocation; (2) the ability to renegotiate unpredictable factors in the bid documents; and (3) a move away from project awards based on one metric, such as estimated revenues."

Moody's: Draft bill on resolution of financial firms is credit positive for banks

Moody's: Draft bill on resolution of financial firms is credit positive for banks

Tue, Oct 18, 2016

Srikanth Vadlamani, Moody's Vice President and Senior Credit Officer said,"Currently, the resolution of financial firms in India is based on minor parts of legislation enacted for other purposes. As a result the bill is a credit positive for Indian banks in terms of enhancing overall systemic stability".

Performance of asset-backed securities to improve, Moody's says

Performance of asset-backed securities to improve, Moody's says

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

Vincent Tordo, a Moody's Analyst said, "Although retail loans originated by non-bank financial companies (NBFCs) -- subject to the tighter criteria since 1 March 2016 -- account for the bulk of assets backing Indian ABS, we expect improving macroeconomic conditions and more rigorous collection processes by originators will boost their underlying performance."

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