Bihar’s new microfinance law could stall the sector’s rebound. The state assembly passed a bill regulating money lending, a move that may push up loan defaults, echoing issues seen in other states. Lenders are prioritizing borrower engagement to curb repayment delays, and the industry aims to reassure borrowers while safeguarding asset quality.
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.