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Many wealthy investors who have invested in DHFL's non-convertible debenture (NCD) issue are betting on a rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The Rs 1,000-crore issue opened only a week ahead of the RBI policy review and will list around 10 days after the policy announcement.Although the Street expectation is of status quo on Tuesday, many NCD subscribers are hoping for a surprise cut. "The 10-year government security has rallied after the NCD was priced. So, the downside risk is minimal. However, if there is a surprise rate cut on August 9, the listing gains will be high," said a bond dealer.Bankers start roadshows for on-tap licenceWith the Reserve Bank of India issuing final guidelines for the on-tap licence to start bank, many bankers have shown interest. Sector sources say that at least two professional bankers have drawn out plans, in consultation with legal experts in the sector, to apply. They have also begun doing roadshows to raise the Rs 500 crore required as minimu