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ASSET QUALITY STRESS IN MICROFINANCE
Psychology says people who keep their lights on while sleeping aren't afraid of the dark, they may be fighting a different battle of control and comfort inside their mindsSleeping with the lights on is rarely an arbitrary habit. Psychology suggests that everyday behaviors often serve as clues to deeper emotio...16 Jun, 2026, 08.28 AM IST- ET Alpha Wealth Summit | From private credit to real estate funds, alternate investments are no longer a niche play for HNIs: Lakshmi IyerIndian wealthy investors are now looking beyond stocks for portfolio growth. A significant shift towards diversifying across various invest...13 Jun, 2026, 12.05 PM IST
- Default clouds hover over microfinance as industry flags weak monsoonIn the evolving world of India's microfinance sector, fresh credit risks are emerging on the horizon. The dual challenges of an unsteady mo...13 Jun, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
- Risks cloud hover over microfinanceThe Reserve Bank of India, too, raised concerns over higher inflation due to low average rainfall and supply chain disruptions due to geopo...13 Jun, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
- PSBs may lose the edge over private peers as tightening liquidity, rising credit costs may impact growthPublic sector banks' advantage over private lenders is fading. Excess liquidity and low credit costs are diminishing. Liquidity coverage ra...12 Jun, 2026, 01.31 AM IST
- HFCs emerge stronger after FY26 stress, asset quality recovers sharply; sector better placed for FY27: ReportHousing finance companies have emerged stronger after facing challenges. Asset quality has improved significantly. Loan growth is picking u...11 Jun, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
- Techie uses smartwatch to identify the coworkers causing him most stress at work; here's how he did itPankaj Tanwar, a software engineer, has developed an innovative system to measure workplace stress. By connecting his Whoop fitness tracker...11 Jun, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
- Credit guarantee scheme for MFI 2.0 gets extensionThe Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 has been extended. This extension will last until August or until guarantees ...11 Jun, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
- Govt extends validity of Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions upto August 31The Finance Ministry has extended the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 until August 31, 2026, or until Rs 20,000 c...10 Jun, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
- Microfinance market reports a small rise in early stage delinquencyMicrofinance loan defaults in the early stages increased in April. However, loans facing later stage defaults showed improvement. The overa...10 Jun, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
- Waking up tired every day? Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 10 simple habits that can improve sleep quality naturallyMillions struggle with sleep. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard-trained doctor, offers simple tips for better rest. Avoid late meals and keep you...09 Jun, 2026, 09.06 AM IST
- Credit guarantee scheme for MFIs still stuck in low gearBanks have received an aggregate loan demand of Rs 10,000-12,500 crore under the scheme, according to people familiar with the matter. Whil...05 Jun, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
- Microfinance NPAs may edge up in FY27 as write-off practices normalise: CareEdgeForecasts for FY27 suggest a modest rise in bad loans for microfinance institutions, a development stemming from the adjustments following ...04 Jun, 2026, 09.22 PM IST
- RBI’s Swaminathan warns banks on rising risks beyond balance sheetsIndian banks face a new era of resilience. RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J highlighted the need to manage complex uncertainties from geop...03 Jun, 2026, 10.36 PM IST
- 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
- Non-banks increase microfinance share amid muted demandThe overall microfinance gross loan portfolio stood at ₹3.34 lakh crore at the end of April, down from ₹3.39 lakh crore a month ago, said t...28 May, 2026, 12.47 AM IST
- IDFC First Bank receives Rs 514.82 crore insurance payout on microfinance defaults, expects full provision write-backIDFC First Bank has successfully secured a substantial allocation of over Rs 500 crore from the Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units. This...27 May, 2026, 06.44 PM IST
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