Discretionary, materials and industrials sectors were hit the hardest, facing weaker cash flows alongside rising capex. The slowdown in OCF is largely attributed to delayed government payments, according to analysts.
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Despite challenges in unsecured retail and microfinance segments, the banking sector’s outlook remains positive, supported by robust fundamentals and operational efficiency. Credit growth for FY25