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A private bank that bought government bonds

Private banks bought government bonds to the tune of Rs.8.343 crore in a single day. This was the largest single-session purchase of government bonds by private banks in seven years.

A private bank that bought government bonds
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Why do banks buy government bonds


The purchase was made on October 21, 2023, and was seen as a sign of confidence in the Indian economy. Private banks are typically more risk-averse than public sector banks, and their willingness to invest in government bonds suggests that they believe that the Indian economy is on a strong footing.

According to Clearing Corp of India data, this is the largest purchase since November 15, 2016.

It is noteworthy that the net sales, which were Rs 10,100 crore last October, have risen to over Rs 20,000 crore in the current month. Traders said that one of the largest companies may have purchased bonds worth nearly Rs 5,000 crore through a private bank.

Also, bonds worth nearly Rs 17 lakh crore are expected to mature in the next one month. are said to have
A major part of the proceeds of such maturity bonds are reinvested in five and 10 year benchmark bonds; This paves the way for private banks to increase their trading activities, a Treasury official said.

The purchase of government bonds by private banks is also likely to have a positive impact on the Indian bond market. The increased demand for government bonds will lead to lower yields, which will benefit both the government and investors.

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