Microfinance interest rates are rising, defying the general trend of declining rates, as lenders grapple with increased credit costs and persistent asset quality issues. Major NBFC-MFIs have hiked their lending rates, widening the range to 18-28% due to higher delinquency and funding costs.
Power, Hotels & Chemicals: Dipan Mehta maps out the market’s next big opportunities
Dipan Mehta advises selective investing, favoring power infrastructure, export manufacturing, and specialty chemicals. While acknowledging the hospitality sector’s strong run, he cautions about potential headwinds.