AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRupee & FX Policy: India’s RBI is closing its special foreign currency deposit window on Aug. 31, a move traders will watch for signals on liquidity and rupee management. Banking & Credit Tech: Kenya lenders are leaning on AI and alternative data to expand access to credit, with “data as collateral” emerging as a key theme for SMEs. Derivatives Reform (South Africa): South Africa’s regulators plan to finalise rules for centrally clearing OTC derivatives, targeting implementation by 2028, starting with rand interest-rate swaps. Capital Markets & Deals: Berkshire Hathaway boosted its Alphabet stake by 83% to nearly 106 million shares, while Emirates NBD launched the UAE’s first dedicated Transition Finance Framework to fund decarbonisation. IPO Watch: Shiprocket’s IPO drew near-100x subscription and raised Rs 1,617 crore; Dhoot Transmission’s debut jumped about 38% on strong EV-linked demand. Crypto & Market Infrastructure: Deribit received a Dubai broker-dealer licence, routing spot orders to Coinbase Exchange for deeper liquidity. Global Markets: Emerging currencies rose to record highs as Fed hike bets eased, and US bond-market jitters kept investors cautious.
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