Bank lending outpaces deposit growth in early Q4, pressuring resources and raising deposit rates. Lending is up 11.5% year-on-year as of January 2025, with a slowdown attributed to RBI measures and market concerns. Banks focus on reducing their credit-to-deposit ratio to manage fund costs and profit margins.
Mark Mobius still bullish on Indian banks, eyes defence and pharma sectors
Mark Mobius discusses investment strategies amidst geopolitical tensions and market dynamics. He highlights India’s potential, contingent on regulatory reforms, and identifies defense, IT, and pharmaceuticals
May 12, 2025