Kotak Mahindra AM's Iyer on India's Bonds

What is the current benchmark repo rate in India as discussed in the video?

• 3%

• 5%

• 6%

• 4%

What is the expected change in the Indian benchmark repo rate over the next 12 months?

• Increase by 1%

• Decrease by 1%

• Remain the same

• Increase by 2%

What has been the impact of government supply on bond spreads in India?

• Increased spreads

• Decreased spreads

• No change in spreads

• Spreads have become unpredictable

What factor is mentioned as potentially causing fluctuations in the Indian rupee?

• Interest rate hikes

• IPO flows

• Trade deficits

• Foreign investments

What is the current state of India's foreign exchange reserves?

• Around $600 billion

• Below $500 billion

• Exactly $650 billion

• Above $700 billion

What is the suggested strategy for bond investments in India?

• Invest all at once

• Avoid investing in bonds

• Focus only on short-term bonds

• Stagger investments

What is the potential benefit of staggering investments in Indian fixed income?

• Avoiding market risks

• Maximizing short-term gains

• Earning carry and potential capital gains

• Reducing investment costs