Gold loans turn safe haven for low-income borrowers
Lower-income borrowers in India are increasingly favoring gold loans over microfinance due to soaring gold prices and stricter MFI lending practices. Gold loans have surged by 122%, driven by lower interest rates and a shift in perception towards gold as a mainstream financial tool.
Fund managers reshuffle portfolios in August, bet on auto, financials and IT counters
In August, fund managers actively adjusted their portfolios, focusing on stock-specific opportunities. Significant shuffling occurred within the automobile sector, involving Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra & Mahindra, and others. Financial and IT sectors also saw rotations, with increased interest in Kotak Mahindra and ICICI among larger banks, while consumer saw Varun Beverages being bought and ITC and […]