RBI MPC: India's Goldilocks moment dims, but the lights are not outIndia's economic "Goldilocks moment" is shifting as the RBI raises its inflation forecast and lowers growth projections due to external sho...
05 Jun, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
RBI's inflation forecast signals 1-2 rate hikes in coming months: ExpertsExperts anticipate one to two rate hikes in the coming months following the RBI's increased inflation forecast, despite keeping the policy ...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
Banks sanction Rs 35,000 cr loans under ECLGS to MSMEs to deal with West Asia crisisBanks have disbursed Rs 35,000 crore in loans under the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme. This initiative supports MSMEs and industri...
01 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Iran war: Public sector banks asked to stay preparedPublic sector banks received guidance from the Centre to prepare for global uncertainties. The finance ministry reviewed bank performance a...
29 May, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
NSE inks pact with Steel Users Federation to develop steel derivatives marketThe National Stock Exchange of India and the Steel Users Federation of India have partnered. This collaboration aims to build a robust deri...
27 May, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
Drip Capital partners with YES BANK to boost trade finance access for MSMEsThis collaboration combines Drip Capital's digital platform with YES BANK's banking infrastructure to address the credit gap, offering fast...
26 May, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
M1xchange’s S2S platform crosses Rs1,400 Crore YTD throughputM1xchange's deep-tier financing platform has achieved a significant milestone, crossing Rs1,400 crore in throughput. This platform enables ...
26 May, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
CD rates on the rise could soon bring more on retail depositsBank deposit rates are set to rise. Costs for certificates of deposit have increased, signaling banks will soon offer better returns to sav...
26 May, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
PSBs told to draw up plan to boost rural and informal sector lendingGovernment directs state-run banks to identify successful initiatives for wider adoption. The focus will be on lending to unorganised secto...
23 May, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
India in better position to manage retail inflation, RBI must hold rates: ASSOCHAMIndia is well-positioned to handle retail inflation, according to ASSOCHAM. The industry lobby recommends the Reserve Bank of India maintai...
22 May, 2026, 11.03 PM IST
Govt's credit guarantee to reduce MSME bad loan risks for banksThe government's Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 is set to bolster micro, small, and medium enterprises. Experts believe this in...
22 May, 2026, 06.17 AM IST
Govt relaxes insolvency rules for MSMEsNew rules aim to simplify insolvency for MSMEs. Only one valuer will be appointed per asset class, cutting costs. Strict new regulations pr...
22 May, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
George Alexander Muthoot sees no demand slowdown, expects strong gold loan momentum to continueMuthoot Finance's gold loan growth remains robust, fueled by higher gold prices. The company observes a decline in smaller loans, with larg...
15 May, 2026, 01.49 PM 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
Govt clears ₹18,100 crore ECLGS 5.0 to unlock ₹2.55 lakh crore credit for MSMEs, airlinesThe Union Cabinet has approved Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0. This scheme will support businesses facing liquidity issues. It ...
05 May, 2026, 07.29 PM IST