India
India’s new regulatory measures to moderate loan growth
India’s new regulatory measures to moderate loan growth
It will enhance compliance and safeguard customers, S&P said.
RBI deputy governor calls for enhanced financing access for Indian farmers
Shri Swaminathan Janakiraman suggested five solutions to address financing issues.
Indian banks deposits and credit grow at the same pace
Deposits have expanded by $147.73b between January-August 2024.
India warns against fraudsters’ posing as central bank employees
They would use fake letterheads or threaten to close bank accounts.
Mastercard pilots biometric payment authentication in India
Shoppers can use their fingerprint, face scan, or pin to confirm payment.
India names first self-regulatory organisation for fintechs
There are two more applications pending, according to the central bank.
MUFG invests $338.5m in India’s DMI Finance
DMI Finance has provided loans to 15.2 million customers in India as of March 2024.
Indian banks’ net interest margin decline as deposit costs rise
Deposit costs rose by up to 90 basis points for some banks.
Indian bankers optimistic for loan demand: survey
Except for mining and quarrying, demand is expected to hold up through September.
Deutsche Bank nabs Citi banker as head of global corp coverage in India
Manik Chhabra joins Deutsche Bank beginning 19 August.
SBI General Insurance, HSBC seal bancassurance partnership
The bank will offer SBI General Insurance’s entire non-life offerings.
India’s HDFC Bank warns against fraudulent trading platforms
Fraudsters would make fake platforms and apps showing fake returns.
Stronger deposit base buoys HDFC Bank’s improving profits
Return on assets of 1.8% is higher than the 1.3% industry average.
India mandates banks to issue fraud notices: report
The time allotted to respond should not be less than 21 days.
Lower costs, new lending buoy Yes Bank’s improving profits
New lending will help it meet rules, and in turn reduce operating expenses.
Planned merger broadens TCL’s diversity, auto-market exposure
Underwriting criteria may be tightened to combat integration risks.
Union Bank of India enjoys stablising earnings, improving asset quality
The bank’s recently announced fund raising will provide capital growth, says S&P.
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