Gold loans doubled in fiscal year 2025. They became the fastest-growing consumer credit. This growth surpassed housing, vehicle loans, and even credit cards. Reserve Bank of India data shows a significant increase in gold loan amounts. Rising gold prices and a crackdown on unsecured loans contributed to this surge. Banks also reclassified some agriculture loans as gold loans.
Oil Price Today (September 23): Crude oil below $100 on hopes of US-Iran talks. What did Trump say?
Brent crude futures fell 7 cents, or 0.07%, to $99.18 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate futures declined 35 cents, or 0.39%, to $90.17 a
September 23, 2026