Small finance banks and microfinance lenders are setting a cap of four live loans per borrower. This is a precautionary step to avoid defaults due to unsecured loan stress. The RBI has already raised concerns about rising delinquency levels and multiple live loans, prompting this move. Utkarsh Small Finance Bank follows this four-loan cap policy.
Market’s next big cue may come from earnings and rural revival: Shiv Puri
Shiv Puri from TVF Capital Advisors suggests a positive outlook for consumption due to changing unsecured personal lending. He highlights opportunities in underpenetrated sectors like