Gold loans doubled in fiscal year 2025. They became the fastest-growing consumer credit. This growth surpassed housing, vehicle loans, and even credit cards. Reserve Bank of India data shows a significant increase in gold loan amounts. Rising gold prices and a crackdown on unsecured loans contributed to this surge. Banks also reclassified some agriculture loans as gold loans.
VRL Logistics board to meet on July 4 to consider bonus share issue
VRL Logistics’ board will meet on July 4, 2025, to consider issuing bonus shares to eligible shareholders, with the record date to be announced later.