Unified Lending Interface is a good start. Now comes the hard partIndia's new Unified Lending Interface, ULI, promises to fix credit access. However, its true impact depends on fintech companies.
02 Jun, 2026, 11.13 AM IST
Banks are cutting credit card perks quietly; Learn how to get more value from your walletMany banks have recently reduced credit card rewards, cashback limits, and perks, prompting cardholders to reassess their spending strategi...
01 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Fuelled by lending boom, DPDzero bets big on AI-led debt recoveryAs India’s unsecured lending boom accelerates, collections are emerging as the next major battleground for fintechs and lenders.
27 May, 2026, 01.06 PM 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
Credit at the tap: The opportunities and risks of India’s digital lending boomIndia's digital lending is rapidly transforming credit access, with mobile apps now disbursing significant loan volumes, especially to youn...
13 May, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Rural India, agro chemicals, and value retail: Where Aniruddha Naha is putting money to workAniruddha Naha of PGIM India sees opportunity in rural India's revival. He advises investors to build portfolios now for a stronger FY28. N...
13 May, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Bank of Baroda aims 10 per cent corporate growth in FY27, Rs 50,000 cr loans in pipelineBank of Baroda plans a 10 percent expansion of its corporate lending by FY27. A Rs 50,000 crore pipeline is in place, with significant dema...
11 May, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
Banks cede consumer durable loans to NBFCs as credit cards take over small-ticket financingBank loans for washing machines and televisions are falling. Banks are now focusing on credit cards for these purchases. Non-banking financ...
06 May, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
First-time borrowers climb to 4.4 crore despite tighter lending norms: ReportIndia's new borrowers have reached 4.4 crore, boosting credit growth and financial inclusion. Lenders are more selective, yet this segment ...
30 Apr, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
UGRO Capital is ditching low-yield lending; founder on plan to triple returns by FY29UGRO Capital has halted new loans in its low-yield, DSA-led book, a strategic pivot aimed at boosting profitability. This move, involving s...
22 Apr, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
As India's MSME sector matures, IDBI Bank's Sumit Phakka says the lending framework must keep paceIndia's small businesses are now driving economic growth. New government budgets are boosting MSME financing and support. Digital tools are...
08 Apr, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
Gold loan NBFCs have enough buffer for now — but a second 15% price drop would test them: Fitch RatingsGold prices have dropped over 15%, but India's gold loan NBFCs remain stable due to strong collateral buffers. Fitch Ratings notes that a f...
01 Apr, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
What 50% faster AI-driven loan decisions mean for India’s lending sectorWhile India's loan application process is digitized, underwriting remains a bottleneck. Artificial intelligence is now poised to transform ...
26 Mar, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
Microfinance lenders now give bigger loans to existing borrowersIndia's microfinance sector is seeing a significant shift. Lenders are now offering larger loans to existing customers with good repayment ...
17 Mar, 2026, 06.07 AM IST
Fintechs must build collection muscle to scale lending business: Cred founder Kunal ShahKunal Shah stressed that fintech founders are essentially in the business of trust, irrespective of the category. “If you’re building in fi...
22 Apr, 2025, 05.34 PM IST
ZestMoney saga highlights drying NBFC credit flowPayU and Goldman Sachs-backed ZestMoney shut down operations, while Paytm decided to scale down its BNPL product Paytm Postpaid. Large NBFC...
07 Dec, 2023, 10.35 AM IST
ETtech Opinion: UPI credit will drive next 200 million credit card usersBanks and fintechs have been working overtime to integrate their cards with the Rupay-UPI network to offer a new source of funds for everyd...
06 Sep, 2023, 06.00 AM IST