Federal Bank’s MD, KVS Manian, believes micro finance slippages peaked last quarter. The bank anticipates better festive demand and growth in gold loans. Net profit declined in Q1 due to increased provisions. However, collection efficiencies improved in July. The bank expects NIM to bottom out soon. Federal Bank is optimistic about growth in secured MSME and gold-backed lending.
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap and ICICI Pru Large Cap among 17 equity mutual funds that receive over Rs 1,000 crore inflow in November
A top-inflow equity flexi-cap fund that drew strong investor interest in November as part of broad robust net inflows into India’s equity mutual funds.