A significant drop in gold prices has led to margin calls on some gold loans, particularly those with bullet repayments. Loans requiring regular monthly installments are largely unaffected. The recent price correction, driven by geopolitical events and interest rate concerns, has reduced the value of pledged gold, increasing loan-to-value ratios. New RBI regulations and a shift towards EMI-based loans are expected to mitigate future risks for lenders.
Beyond the Nifty slump: Sandeep Bagla on why largecap valuations are ripe for comeback in 2026
Sandeep Bagla of TRUST Mutual Fund sees corrected large-cap valuations as a prime entry point for 2026, especially in banking and IT. Their new Large