LIQUID FUND
Bitcoin tumbles to four-month low as liquidations accelerate
Bitcoin fell to a four-month low as leveraged positions faced heavy liquidations amid macroeconomic uncertainty, ETF outflows and risk-off sentiment. Nearly $2 billion in crypto bets were wiped out over 24 hours, intensifying selling pressure.
November crypto sell-off intensifies as Bitcoin price crashes below $66,000 and Ethereum loses $1,850; $236 million liquidated in 60 minutes – Is a bigger crash coming?
Bitcoin price fell below $66,000 and Ethereum dropped under $1,850 on November 14. The latest sell-off wiped out more than $215 million in leveraged crypto positions within an hour. BTC slid from above $67,100 towards $65,800. ETH dropped from around $1,905 to below $1,850. The selling did not stop with the two largest cryptocurrencies. Litecoin lost more than 6%, XRP fell below $1 and the Nasdaq Crypto Index declined 4.66%.
Banks' low-cost deposit share falls to 34.4% in Q2 as FCNR(B) inflows lift deposits: Report
Indian banks experienced a decline in low-cost deposits as the CASA ratio fell to 34.4%. Despite this, overall deposits saw a year-on-year growth of 16%, primarily driven by term deposits. Current account deposits also increased significantly, growing by 13.2% year-on-year. Banks relied on FCNR(B) deposits while liquidity conditions remained tight, leading to high certificate of deposit issuances.
Bitcoin near $67,000: Stronger dollar, Fed tightening fears and ETF outflows weigh on crypto markets
In the past 24 hours, Bitcoin and Ethereum were down 1% and 0.3% respectively. Among the major altcoins, BNB, XRP, Solana, Hyperliquid, Dogecoin, and Cardano corrected upto 3.6% whereas Tron was up 0.5%.
Focus, discipline and realised returns to define India's next generation of fund managers: Report
Grant Thornton Bharat and IVCA have unveiled a significant report shedding light on the role of emerging managers within India's dynamic venture capital arena. The findings reveal that domestic venture fundraising skyrocketed to $5.4 billion in 2025, underscoring the pivotal role of these managers in identifying and nurturing innovative enterprises.
Why Bitcoin price today crashed to $68,000? ETF outflows, weak buying demand and $856 million in liquidations fuel selloff - can BTC USD rebound to $90,000?
Bitcoin price crash today: Bitcoin price has dropped to nearly $68,000, its lowest level since August, as more than $856 million in crypto positions were liquidated. ETF outflows and weak demand have added to the pressure, while Anthropic's upcoming IPO raises questions about investor interest in BTC USD and its chances of recovering to $90,000.
Fed officials signal further rate hikes as inflation remains elevated
Federal Reserve officials are signaling further interest-rate increases to combat persistent inflation pressures in the economy. San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly expressed concerns about services inflation and its implications for future policy. Both Boston Fed President Susan Collins and Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan emphasized the need for tighter monetary policies. They indicated the possibility of upcoming rate hikes to achieve price stability and mitigate inflation.
Standard Chartered forays into GIFT City with launch of Signature CIO Funds
Standard Chartered has launched its wealth solutions from GIFT City, expanding international investment options for affluent clients in India. The offering includes four Signature CIO Funds, which provide access to the bank’s Chief Investment Office strategies through diversified, multi-asset portfolios. The bank plans to introduce additional wealth solutions over time, strengthening its presence in India’s growing international financial services hub.
Huge inflows in small spaces
Increasing investments from global entities into India's financial sector are boosting the specialized lending institutions. Regulatory reforms have strengthened governance and risk management practices within these institutions over time. Digital innovations like Aadhaar and UPI have facilitated faster and more accurate borrower assessments.
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Yields are attractive, but stagger fixed-income investments amid volatility: Devang Shah of Axis MF
In an interaction with Kshitij Anand of ETMarkets, Devang Shah, Head – Fixed Income at Axis Mutual Fund, said investors should consider building their fixed-income allocation gradually and focus on high-quality instruments, as oil prices, global interest rates and liquidity conditions could continue to fuel volatility in the bond market.
Bond rush continues amid milder yields, costly loans
Indian companies are raising funds through bond issuances as government bond yields improve and borrowing conditions become favorable. More than ₹3,500 crore was raised in bond sales recently, continuing a trend from last week. Many companies, including Tata Capital and Axis Finance, are tapping into the bond market for advantageous financing. Banks are beginning to raise lending rates, making loans more expensive for companies.
Debt Mutual Funds: What investors should know before investing
Debt mutual funds faced substantial outflows amounting to Rs 1.8 lakh crore in September, which was considerable. These outflows were primarily due to liquidity needs, particularly among companies and institutional investors. Investors should evaluate their investment horizon and risk tolerance before choosing a suitable debt fund. Despite the outflows, debt funds remain important for managing short-term financial goals and diversifying portfolios.
Equity mutual fund inflows fall 14% in October as investors trim smallcap exposure
Inflows into equity mutual fund schemes fell by 14% in October, reflecting a trend of reduced investor allocations. Although smallcap funds saw decreasing inflows, large and midcap funds experienced significant increases in investments. Systematic investment plan contributions also declined slightly, while the stoppage ratio rose notably during the same period. In contrast, debt mutual funds attracted substantial inflows after previous outflows, with liquid funds leading this rebound.
Debt mutual funds see sharp recovery in October as quarter-end outflows reverse
Debt mutual funds staged a sharp turnaround in October, recording net inflows of Rs 1.13 lakh crore after heavy outflows in September. Liquid and overnight funds accounted for the bulk of the inflows, reflecting a seasonal reversal of quarter-end withdrawals. However, the recovery remained uneven, with several duration-oriented categories continuing to witness outflows.
Equity MF inflows fall 14% MoM to Rs 32,993 crore in October; smallcap inflows slide 29%: AMFI
In October, equity mutual fund inflows fell by 14% month-on-month, reaching Rs 32,993 crore. Smallcap funds saw a notable decrease of 29%, while large and midcap funds experienced a substantial inflow. In contrast, debt funds received Rs 1.13 lakh crore after two months of outflows. Hybrid funds also turned positive, registering an inflow of Rs 3,514 crore. Open-ended mutual funds overall attracted Rs 1.73 lakh crore in the same month.
Investing in real estate? Know how much property is too much, and when you should diversify
At the ET Wealth Expo 2026, a dynamic panel engaged in a thought-provoking dialogue about the contrasts between investing in real estate and financial assets. Industry experts highlighted the perils of overestimating the value of properties, emphasizing hidden costs and liquidity issues that might arise.
ET Wealth Expo | Private credit is filling the funding gap as India's growth story gathers pace: Ashish Mehrotra
Speaking on the sidelines of ET Wealth Expo 2026, Ashish Mehrotra, MD & CEO of Northern Arc Capital, said India's strong economic growth, supported by robust credit expansion, is creating a favourable environment for the private credit market.
SP Group arm to tap bond pipeline to raise Rs 1,500 crore
Shapoorji Pallonji Group's financing unit Eqyizen Investment is planning to raise ₹1,500 crore through a tap issue. The fundraising is scheduled around November 23 and will support refinancing efforts and liquidity needs. Proceeds will be allocated for repaying existing bondholders and funding group entities. The company aims to negotiate with bondholders to relax existing covenants governing the use of proceeds.
India short bonds may underperform on rate hikes, cash squeeze
India's bond market is experiencing changes due to recent interest rate hikes and tightening liquidity conditions. The Reserve Bank of India is anticipated to raise interest rates significantly in the coming months. Short-term bonds are expected to be more sensitive to these monetary conditions, leading to their underperformance. There are expectations for the yield curve to flatten further as short-term yields rise.
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