Heads of microfinance institutions (MFIs) emphasize the difficulty in lowering interest rates without access to cheaper funds, suggesting a dedicated credit guarantee scheme or refinance facility. With current rates between 21% and 24%, there is regulatory pressure to reduce them. Alternatives include revamping existing credit guarantee schemes and introducing an interest subvention scheme.
Fund Manager Talk | Don’t ignore smallcaps: HSBC MF CIO on where growth lies in FY26
HSBC MF’s Venugopal Manghat says smallcaps are gaining on strong fundamentals, not just liquidity. Despite global risks, domestic growth drivers remain robust. Retail investors show