Retail loan stress is the new growth driver for ARCsDuring 2025-26, ARCs acquired stressed debt worth more than Rs 2 lakh cr, comprising Rs 1.5 lakh cr of corporate loans and Rs 50,000 cr of ...
03 Jun, 2026, 06.56 AM IST
PSU bank stocks vs private banks in FY27: The valuation trap you need to avoidPSU banks achieved historic profit and NPA lows in FY26, yet analysts favor leading private banks for FY27. This shift is driven by superio...
01 Jun, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
West Asia heat may soon scorch banks' booksIndian banks anticipate asset quality stress from the second quarter due to the West Asia conflict. Rising fuel prices will reduce consumer...
01 Jun, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
ICICI Bank, AU Small Finance Bank top picks as banking sector gears up for earnings revivalIndia's banking sector is poised for a strong earnings rebound. Profit growth is set to recover significantly over the next two years. Priv...
30 May, 2026, 09.51 AM IST
Can you use UPI abroad? Here’s what Indian travellers must know about charges, limits and security risksIndian travellers are increasingly using UPI abroad for convenient payments, but understanding its limitations and risks is crucial. While ...
29 May, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
Indian banks more exposed to West Asia crisis among APAC region: Moody'sIndian banks face significant exposure due to energy import reliance. Higher fuel costs will strain consumers and businesses, increasing cr...
27 May, 2026, 07.29 PM IST
‘Those files should’ve been locked up’: Worker with just 6 months on the job caught rummaging through confidential files, but it’s the boss who could be in bigger trouble, internet warnsA workplace dispute escalated when an employee was allegedly caught accessing confidential employee files, raising concerns about privacy a...
22 May, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
Bringing institutional-grade research to bonds is a game changer for retail investors: Saurav Ghosh of JiraafJiraaf's Co-Founder Saurav Ghosh highlights the critical need for institutional-grade research in India's evolving bond market. He explains...
13 May, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Gold loans power Small Finance Banks' growth as microfinance asset quality weakensSmall Finance Banks are shifting focus to secured loans like gold loans. This move aims to stabilize their financial health and earnings. T...
11 May, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
The surprising danger of covering leftovers with aluminum foilContrary to popular belief, cats approaching humans often seek security, not just affection or food. Research indicates cats form secure at...
08 May, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
OnEMI Technology Solutions IPO Day 2: Subscribed 27% so far, GMP at 2% and other key detailsOnEMI Technology Solutions’ Rs 926 crore IPO saw 27% subscription on Day 2, with QIBs leading demand. GMP remains modest at 2%, indicating ...
04 May, 2026, 11.36 AM IST
Kotak’s asset quality gains drive robust Q4 show: Dnyanada VaidyaKotak Mahindra Bank delivered strong Q4 results with unexpected margin expansion and declining credit costs. While management anticipates f...
04 May, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
Microfinance sector returns to growth after 11 quarters of contraction, loan portfolio rises 5.3%The microfinance sector has turned a corner, showing growth in the January-March period. This follows a period of contraction and write-off...
28 Apr, 2026, 10.56 AM IST
PSU bank stocks fall up to 3%. How RBI’s ECL directions can impact lendersPSU bank stocks fell up to 3% on Tuesday after RBI confirmed the rollout of the Expected Credit Loss (ECL) framework from April 2027, trigg...
28 Apr, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
Digital lenders put small business on watch listDigital lenders are becoming cautious about loans to small businesses like restaurants and petrol pumps. This move follows disruptions in W...
28 Apr, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
RBI finalises new risk weight normsTo be eligible, loans must be extended to individuals or small businesses with turnover up to ?500 crore, fall under standard retail produc...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.12 AM IST
Private banks to see a higher rise in NPAs than public peers in FY27Private banks anticipate a faster rise in bad loans by FY27 compared to public sector banks. This trend is driven by increased exposure to ...
23 Apr, 2026, 06.23 AM IST