RBL Bank shares dropped by 5.9% due to an 86% YoY decline in net profit for the December quarter, mainly from microloan issues. Core net interest income rose slightly, but net interest margin fell. CEO Subramaniakumar noted improvements in collection efficiency and expected recovery in microfinance and credit card segments over the coming quarters.
As safe-haven gold surges again, loan demand to also shoot up
Gold loan companies expect a significant increase in demand. Record gold prices, fueled by geopolitical tensions, are driving this trend. MSMEs and individuals are likely