ICRA has lowered its credit growth estimate for Indian banks to 10.5%-11% for the fiscal year ending March 2025, citing reduced exposure to unsecured retail and NBFC sectors. Persistently high CD ratios and changes in liquidity coverage are expected to further reduce growth in FY2026.
Global Market: US weekly jobless claims drop more than expected
US unemployment claims saw a sharper-than-expected drop last week, signaling continued labor market strength. Despite this positive sign, a rise in continuing claims suggests employers