Anupreksha Jain

RBI widens gold metal loan access for more jewellers under 2026 norms

RBI's new gold metal loan rules allow banks to lend to a wider set of jewellers, refine GMS-linked lending and enforce stronger risk controls, with the norms effective April 2026

JM Financial Home Loans targets 30% annual AUM growth to FY27

JM Financial Home Loans aims to scale AUM to Rs 5,000 crore by FY27, driven by branch expansion, higher ticket sizes and tighter early-stage delinquency controls, MD & CEO Manish Sheth said

Weekly govt bond auction sails through; Nov rupee's worst month since July

The govt's weekly bond auction saw strong demand with yields aligning to expectations, while the rupee recorded its weakest month since July amid dollar demand and cautious market sentiment

India's forex reserves fall by $4.47 billion as gold reserves decrease

RBI data shows declines in gold and foreign currency assets, pulling reserves down to $688 billion

NBFCs borrowings to hit $750 billion by FY27 as funding mix shifts

NBFC borrowings are set to reach $750 billion by FY27, with 64% expected from market-based instruments as firms pivot from bank loans to NCDs, ECBs and other capital-market funding routes

Festive demand and GST relief to drive India Inc's Q3 FY26 growth: ICRA

ICRA expects India Inc. to post 8-10% year-on-year revenue growth in Q3 FY26, supported by festive and rural demand, GST rationalisation and easing costs

Seasonality rises in demand deposits, banks' cash in hand, says RBI report

Seasonality, a fundamental component of economic data alongside trend and cyclical movements, reflects recurring patterns arising from weather, production cycles, holidays and institutional behaviour

NBFCs face funding pressure despite healthy outlook: Crisil Ratings

Crisil flags rising stress in early delinquency buckets, especially in vehicle finance, unsecured MSME loans and the LAP segment

Rupee may drop to 90 vs dollar by Dec-end, regain by Mar: BS Poll

Possible US trade deal may help lift Indian currency, say experts

Muthoot Finance revises FY26 gold loan growth projection upward

In Q2FY26, Muthoot Finance's consolidated loan AUM increased by 42 percent from last year to Rs 1.47 trillion, while its gold Loan AUM increased by 45 percent from the year-ago quarter to Rs 1.24 trn

NBFCs push for refinancing, tax reliefs at pre-Budget meeting with FM

NBFCs and FIDC urged the Finance Minister to create a refinancing window, widen SARFAESI provisions and ease tax deductions during pre-Budget consultations for 2026-27

RBI in 'formidable position' to fulfil public policy mandates: DG Murmu

RBI Deputy Governor Shirish Chandra Murmu says the central bank's economic capital, risk buffers and revaluation practices place it in a strong position to meet its policy mandates

Bajaj Finance expects AUM from MSME business to grow 10-12% in FY26

Cuts AUM growth guidance to 22-23% for FY26

Canara Bank expects GST reforms to give credit growth a leg-up in H2

Canara Bank expects credit momentum to continue in H2 of FY26, supported by GST rate cuts, robust rural lending, and higher retail demand even as it works to maintain profitability and asset quality

India's foreign exchange reserves drop by $6.93 billion to $695.36 billion

RBI data shows foreign currency assets and gold holdings declined in the week ended Oct 24, pulling total reserves below the $700-billion mark

BFSI Summit: General insurers call for norms to navigate climate disasters

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2025, insurance leaders urged joint action on climate, cyber, and EV risks - calling for innovation, tech collaboration, and universal insurance coverage

BS BFSI Summit: MFI industry's full recovery hinges on better liquidity

After quarters of liquidity stress and high delinquencies, India's microfinance sector shows revival signs, though experts say sustained recovery depends on stronger bank and government support

This could be largest IPO year in Indian history: Foreign Bank CEO Panel

At BS BFSI Summit 2025, all three bankers welcomed recent measures from the RBI, particularly move to allow local banks to finance mergers and acquisitions - an area long dominated by foreign lenders

RBI directs banks to offer nomination facility; customers can opt out

New rules effective November 1 require banks to offer nomination at account opening; refusal allowed only with written declaration, says RBI

Mahindra Finance Q2 net profit rises 45% to ₹564 crore on robust lending

Strong tractor financing, healthy SME growth, and stable asset quality boost Mahindra Finance's second-quarter performance in FY26