The Indian microfinance market has shrunk to ₹3.22 lakh crore, marking a significant 16% year-on-year decline and reaching a three-year low. This contraction is attributed to a large bank reclassifying micro loans as retail and an acceleration in writing off bad loans, despite some lenders showing improved recovery and business normalization.
Varun Beverages shares jump 3% after Q1 PAT rises 15%, revenue grows 20%
Varun Beverages reported a 15% profit and 20% revenue increase in Q1 FY2027. Consolidated sales volumes grew by nearly 20% driven by India and international