India's MSME growth remains concentrated despite expansion in credit and formalisation: ReportThe study highlights the geography of MSME growth in India and calls for more balanced, targeted expansion of enterprise activity and forma...
03 Jun, 2026, 11.50 AM 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
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
FinMin to meet chiefs of PSU banks on Fri to review credit flow to agri, MSME sectorsPublic sector banks posted record profits of Rs 1.98 lakh crore in the financial year ended March 2026. The finance ministry will meet bank...
27 May, 2026, 06.33 PM IST
FM Sitharaman launches key SIDBI initiatives for MSME growthThese include portals for credit delivery to rural areas and machinery access for MSMEs, alongside a program to modernize rural enterprises...
25 May, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
For both the compulsive trader and careful investor: 25 stocks to watch if risk appetite returns; some with upside potential, some notIf the price of crude oil softens, Indian equities may again see a risk-on phase. Tariff concerns are no longer the central issue; the larg...
24 May, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
Born out of microfinance, Bandhan Bank now bets big on AI and digital bankingAs Bandhan Bank accelerates its transition from a microfinance-led institution into a universal bank, Executive Director & COO Ratan Kumar ...
20 May, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
ECLGS 5.0 set to boost mid-sized banks with strong MSME focusThe new Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 is set to boost mid-sized banks. These banks have a larger share of loans to micro, smal...
13 May, 2026, 06.09 AM IST
Secular, cyclical or war-dependent: A ratio to tell you what kind of growth you are buying. 6 stocks with upside potential of up to 29%Some valuation ratios are used because they are easy. The PE ratio is one of them. It is simple, familiar, and convenient. Not only for the...
10 May, 2026, 06.51 AM IST
ECLGS 5.0 to help SBI open ₹70,000–₹80,000 crore credit line: Chairman CS SettyIn a pivotal stride towards economic recovery, the government has unveiled ECLGS 5.0, aimed at fortifying MSMEs and the airline industry am...
07 May, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
Relief now, risk later? ECLGS 5.0 aims to ease MSME stress, industry flags risks in moratorium termsECLGS 5.0 is meant to cushion MSMEs from the impact of the US-Iran war, but will it really help small businesses, industry questions.
07 May, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
India’s exporters are winning. The money hasn’t caught upExtended transit and receivable cycles, coupled with currency volatility, are straining liquidity. Despite policy interventions, a substant...
07 May, 2026, 12.27 PM IST
ECLGS 5.0 to benefit 1.1 crore MSME accounts with additional credit support: SBI ReportThe government has approved ECLGS 5.0 to support MSMEs and airlines. This scheme aims to provide crucial working capital. Around 1.1 crore ...
07 May, 2026, 12.02 PM IST
Cabinet clears Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 to cushion MSMEs, airlines amid Gulf warThe government has approved a new credit scheme, ECLGS 5.0, to support airlines and small businesses facing economic challenges. This initi...
06 May, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
Banks record robust 15.9% credit growth in FY26: Finance MinistryIndian banks saw strong credit growth of 15.9 percent in the 2025-26 fiscal year. This reflects a vibrant economy and high demand for loans...
05 May, 2026, 09.46 PM IST
India Inc must give ‘Bharat’ a seat in boardroomsIndian companies are focusing on growth in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, known as Bharat. However, their boardrooms do not reflect this market....
28 Apr, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
More data doesn’t mean better credit: Account aggregators prove whyIn this new era, competitive advantage will belong to those with the most disciplined analytical frameworks.
20 Apr, 2026, 11.26 AM IST