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Bad loans may edge up to 1.9% by FY28 despite resilient banks: RBI
Indian banks are projected to see a slight increase in bad loans to 1.9% by March 2028, yet the system remains robust with strong capital and healthy profits. The Reserve Bank of India's report highlights resilient balance sheets and improving credit growth. Despite global uncertainties, the financial sector, including NBFCs, is well-positioned to absorb shocks, though AI cyber threats demand increased vigilance.
Reserve Bank issues draft Regulatory Principles for Management of Model Risks in Credit
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RBI says UPI-linked credit lines must follow same rules as traditional loans; Closes regulatory arbitrage
The Reserve Bank of India has mandated uniform prudential treatment for all credit facilities, including those disbursed via UPI. This move closes a regulatory loophole allowing banks to offer lighter treatment to UPI-linked credit. Now, the nature of the credit, not the technology, dictates capital adequacy and provisioning, ensuring consistent regulation across all credit products.
RBI allows guarantee cover for TReDS financing in fresh directions
The Reserve Bank of India has enhanced credit access for MSMEs by allowing financiers on TReDS platforms to secure guarantee cover for financed receivables. This move aims to reduce credit risk, boost lender participation, and improve liquidity in the receivables financing ecosystem. The revised framework also streamlines onboarding, permits insurance cover, and strengthens the legal enforceability of TReDS transactions, fostering a more robust marketplace for working capital.
RBI allows guarantee cover for TReDS financing in fresh directions
The Reserve Bank of India has enhanced credit access for MSMEs by allowing financiers on TReDS platforms to secure guarantee cover for financed receivables. This move aims to reduce credit risk, boost lender participation, and improve liquidity in the receivables financing ecosystem. The revised framework also streamlines onboarding, permits insurance cover, and strengthens the legal enforceability of TReDS transactions, fostering a more robust marketplace for working capital.
Explained - Why Jefferies prefers Bajaj Finance, Aditya Birla Capital over other NBFCs
Jefferies expects the sector to deliver healthy loan growth, easing credit costs and largely range-bound NIMs. While valuations have recovered from the lows seen during the recent geopolitical tensions, they remain broadly around long-term averages.
Why NBFCs are growing faster than banks, JM Financial analyst explains
Ajit Kumar of JM Financial sees NBFCs outperforming banks in FY27, favoring Tata Capital and Piramal Finance on strong credit demand, cheaper funding and stable asset quality
RBI cancels licence of Karnataka-based Shree Mahalaxmi Urban Co-operative Credit Bank
The Reserve Bank of India has cancelled the banking license of Karnataka-based Shree Mahalaxmi Urban Co-operative Credit Bank due to its deteriorating financial condition. The bank's inability to meet its obligations and its lack of adequate capital and earning prospects led to this decision. Approximately 97.9% of depositors are expected to receive their full deposit amounts from DICGC upon liquidation.
Akasa Air triples borrowing limit to ₹3,950 crore, eyes government-backed credit scheme
The additional borrowing headroom of ₹2,750 crore will help meet working capital requirements as the airline accelerates expansion.
Large NBFCs could see 3-5% earnings upgrades as borrowing costs ease: IIFL Capital
Viral Shah, Senior VP at IIFL Capital, said that credit growth trends remain healthy and asset quality is holding up despite economic uncertainties. Shah remains positive on diversified lenders such as Shriram Finance and Cholamandalam Investment, while cautioning that gold financiers remain heavily dependent on movements in gold prices.
JBM Ecolife raises Rs 900 crore from Motilal Oswal Fund for biz expansion
JBM Ecolife Mobility, JBM Auto's electric mobility arm, secured ₹900 crore from Motilal Oswal Private Credit via debt and equity. This funding will bolster its electric bus expansion, enabling participation in tenders and execution of contracts. The capital infusion is projected to scale the platform to nearly 5,000 buses from its current 2,000.
YES Bank share price rises 3% on partnership with Northern Arc to extend lending offerings
YES Bank shares gained after the lender announced a strategic partnership with Northern Arc Capital. The collaboration aims to expand credit access, accelerate digital lending, and provide debt investment opportunities to customers.