ICRA has lowered its credit growth estimate for Indian banks to 10.5%-11% for the fiscal year ending March 2025, citing reduced exposure to unsecured retail and NBFC sectors. Persistently high CD ratios and changes in liquidity coverage are expected to further reduce growth in FY2026.
Rate cut expected, RBI’s views in focus with economy near a sizzle
Economists anticipate the Reserve Bank of India will reduce interest rates this week. This decision comes amid decreasing inflation. Experts await the central bank’s insights