Bitcoin remained strong after crossing $50,000 for the first time in over two years, thanks to inflows into exchange traded funds backed by the digital asset. It was last at $50,0097 in Asian hours.
The rupee declined marginally to 83.01 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday amid a muted trend in domestic equities. A stronger American currency and elevated crude oil prices also dented sentiments.
On Monday, over 299 companies announced their December quarter earnings which included the likes of NHPC, Coal India, 63 Moons Technologies, Allcargo Logistics, Balmer Lawrie Investments and Galaxy Surfactants.
The F&O contracts of any stock enter the ban period when the open interest (OI) on it crosses 95% of the market-wide positions limits or MWPL. The ban on it is reversed only if the open interest falls below 80%.
The bonds have step-up pricing such that the real estate company will pay investors 17.25% for 12 months and 20.25% between 13 and 15 months, stated a term-sheet circulated by the company. At the same time, the company will have the right to redeem the bonds at the end of 12 months. In the event of default, the company will pay 24% to the investors.