Government securities (G-sec) firmed up further on sustained buying support from banks and companies.
The 8.15 per cent G-sec maturing in 2022 hardened to Rs 99.73 from Rs 99.64 yesterday, while its yield softened to 8.19 per cent from 8.20 per cent. The 8.20 per cent G-sec maturing in 2025 climbed to Rs 99.04 from Rs 98.94, while its yield inched down at 8.32 per cent from 8.33 per cent.
Call rates end lower
Call money rates ended lower at overnight money market due to lack of demand from borrowing banks. The rate ended lower at 7.95 per cent from 8.10 per cent yesterday.
