Don't worry, banks have shock absorbers: RBIIn its bi-annual Financial Stability Report, the RBI flagged concerns over customer service in the insurance sector and again cautioned tha...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.09 AM IST
RBI says microfinance credit grows after seven quarters, borrower base continues to shrinkMicrofinance loans saw their first increase in over a year during the January-March 2026 quarter, despite a continued drop in borrower numb...
30 Jun, 2026, 08.40 PM IST
Fintechs capture 57% share of small personal loans as stress mounts: RBI reportFintech lenders now dominate India's small personal loan market, holding over half of loans under Rs 50,000 by March 2026. This rapid expan...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
Bad loans may edge up to 1.9% by FY28 despite resilient banks: RBIIndian banks are projected to see a slight increase in bad loans to 1.9% by March 2028, yet the system remains robust with strong capital a...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
RBI stress test flags rising NBFC stress, capital buffers to thin by FY27India's central bank warns of rising bad loans and shrinking capital for non-banking lenders. Stressed assets could hit 2.8% by March 2027,...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
RBI flags AI stock boom as financial stability risk, says Indian banks remain resilientIndia's central bank has identified soaring AI stock valuations globally as a financial stability risk, warning of potential market spillov...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
Future growth will depend on governance quality in public, private institutions: HDFC's ParekhIndia's future prosperity hinges on robust governance across public and private sectors, emphasized HDFC Bank Chairman Deepak Parekh. He hi...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.40 PM IST
Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, Indian Bank pay Rs 7,023 cr dividend to govt for FY26Three public sector banks, Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, and Indian Bank, collectively disbursed Rs 7,023 crore in dividends to the governme...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
Microfinance institutions' portfolio quality up in May; West Bengal, MP, Rajasthan laggards: ReportMicrofinance asset quality saw a positive shift in May, with loan defaults declining nationwide. However, West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Madhy...
29 Jun, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
Banks, power finance and infrastructure to lead next leg of market rally: Pankaj PandeyIndia's banking sector is poised for a rally, fueled by robust credit growth, easing deposit pressures, and stable asset quality, according...
29 Jun, 2026, 01.29 PM IST
US Stock Market: Warsh faces crucial week with court ruling, global debut in focusFederal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh faces a crucial week. The Supreme Court's decision on Governor Lisa Cook's removal will test the central ...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
India's active credit cards cross 120 million in MayIndia’s credit card market crossed 120 million active cards in May, driven by strong new additions even as spending growth slowed, accordin...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Rs 1,100 crore a day nightmare: Why FIIs are ruthlessly selling bank stocksForeign investors are aggressively selling Indian bank stocks, offloading over ₹1,100 crore daily due to global economic pressures and port...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.24 AM IST
Early signs of stress emerge in MSME loans as West Asia disruptions worry banks: ReportLenders are concerned about the ripple effects of the West Asia conflict, which has disrupted supply chains and increased input costs for b...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.24 AM IST
Global Market Today: Asian stocks slip, oil up on peace doubtsGlobal markets saw a dip as Middle East tensions escalated, pushing oil prices and bond yields higher, signaling increased U.S. interest ra...
22 Jun, 2026, 06.33 AM IST
Indian banks turn cautious on MSME lending as stress signals emerge: ReportIndian banks are becoming more cautious about lending to MSMEs as early signs of stress emerge in the sector. According to a 360 ONE Capita...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
Bank provisioning at 3-year low on better recoveries, asset qualityBanks' loan loss provisioning hit a 12-quarter low in March 2026, driven by private sector banks amid improving asset quality and recoverie...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.02 AM IST