Gold loans by commercial banks surged by 68% in the first nine months of FY25 due to rising gold prices. Non-bank lenders also saw a rise in gold loan sanctions. The increase in gold prices has allowed lenders to offer higher loan amounts due to higher collateral value, enhancing lender comfort despite regulatory scrutiny on gold loan portfolios.
Indian stock markets deliver negative returns for two years, worst since 2012, ET analysis reveals
Indian stock markets have disappointed investors with negative returns over two years. The Sensex has shown its worst two-year performance since 2012. Indices have not