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BFSI Summit 2026: 'Time to implement AI at scale, with clear objectives'

Private bank chiefs say AI adoption must move beyond pilots to large-scale implementation, with a focus on customer experience, productivity, data governance and cybersecurity

BFSI Summit 2026: 'Fund diversification lot harder for smaller NBFCs'

Industry leaders say smaller NBFCs face limited funding access due to lower credit ratings, while larger lenders benefit from diversified funding sources and faster growth

Personalised investment advisory ensures accountability: Harsh Roongta

Harsh Roongta says investors should seek personalised advice from advisers with a long-term stake in their well-being, repay loans, secure insurance and build savings habits

SIPs, multibaggers and financial freedom: Lessons from Smart Investor Arena

From SIPs and asset allocation to spotting multibaggers and achieving financial freedom, market experts shared wealth-building strategies at the BFSI Insight Summit 2026

BFSI Insight Summit 2026: Economists divided over reliance on foreign funds

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, economists differed on India's reliance on foreign capital, FPI tax relief and reforms needed to attract investment amid global uncertainty

BFSI Insight Summit 2026: Universal banking is the goal, say SFB CEOs

SFB chiefs say financial inclusion remains incomplete amid ₹85 trillion in unmet credit demand, while a shift to universal banking could help expand services and ease deposit costs

BFSI Insight Summit 2026: 'Global cues to drive return of capital to India'

Foreign bankers say India's long-term investment prospects remain strong despite FPI outflows, but capital flows hinge on global conditions, valuations and higher FDI inflows

UPI's rising volumes need investment, minimal MDR can help: SBI Chairman

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, SBI Chairman CS Setty says a minimal MDR could support banks, with safeguards to protect consumers from extra charges

SBI wants to align growth plans with India's economic ambitions: CS Setty

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, SBI Chairman CS Setty said the bank will focus on housing loans, corporate lending and MSME growth to support India's economic goals

Expecting 50 bps rate hike in Dec, may impact credit demand: SBI chief

Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026: SBI Chairman CS Setty says higher rates could moderate discretionary spending and consumption credit

Small finance banks expand reach, but India's credit gap remains wide

After a decade of rapid growth, small finance banks are looking beyond their original mandate, even as they navigate microfinance stress and the challenge of building sustainable businesses

NBFC industry leaders flag funding gaps as smaller lenders struggle to grow

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, NBFC industry leaders flag widening funding gaps between large and small lenders amid rising competition, evolving customer needs and economic risks

Wholesale funding key for Indian banks and NBFCs, says Fitch's Elaine Koh

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Fitch Ratings' Elaine Koh said wholesale and offshore funding will remain important for banks and NBFCs as credit demand outpaces deposit growth

Top bank chiefs urge shift from AI pilots to real-world use in banking

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, bank chiefs from IndusInd Bank, RBL Bank and IDFC First Bank discussed how AI can transform lending, improve productivity and customer experience

Global rate risks, capital outflows to weigh on Indian markets: Experts

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, experts warned that high US yields, oil prices and AI-driven capital outflows could weigh on Indian markets, the rupee and bond yields

Indian banks face tighter liquidity, rising risks, says Axis Bank CEO

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Axis Bank CEO Amitabh Chaudhry discussed tighter liquidity, credit growth, asset quality, and emerging risks for lenders

Business Standard Smart Investor Arena 2026 | Day 1

Leading market experts, investment professionals and financial educators come together to explore wealth creation, market opportunities and the fundamentals of building financial freedom.

Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026 - Day 1 | Hall 2

Policymakers, industry leaders and financial experts come together to discuss the evolving banking landscape, financial innovation and the forces shaping India's financial future.

Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026 - Day 1 | Hall 1

Policymakers, industry leaders and financial experts come together to discuss the evolving banking landscape, financial innovation and the forces shaping India's financial future.

SI Arena debuts at BFSI Summit: Bringing market experts closer to investors

This year's edition introduces the Smart Investor (SI) Arena, a dynamic space crafted to empower retail and next-gen investors to make sharper financial moves.