The rise of non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in India can be attributed to their impressive credit appraisal systems and inefficient conventional banking sector. With an impressive CAGR of around 18.7% between 2005-2006 and 2019-2020, NBFCs are among the fastest-growing sub-sectors of the Indian financial system. The growing adoption of NBFC platforms indicates a paradigm shift […]
Credit score service companies are becoming a vital component of risk management as we see a decrease in the Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPA) ratio for scheduled commercial banks to 2.8%, marking a 12-year low. Traditional methods often fail to assess borrowers accurately. These companies are developing innovative solutions to improve creditworthiness evaluations. Through advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and […]
A thorough analysis of a borrower’s financial data is one of the most important aspects of the underwriting process. Inaccurate analysis can open up lenders to risks. These include delayed payment of EMIs (Equated Monthly Installments), and non-repayment of loans. Inaccurate analysis usually results from lenders leaving out certain metrics during the underwriting process. Failure […]
Proactive regulatory initiatives, evolving consumer behaviours, and the thriving funding environment have propelled the growth of the Indian fintech ecosystem. Digital lending is expected to account for around 5% of retail loans in India by the first half of 2028. As more and more customers, particularly, the millennial and Gen Z groups embrace the convenience […]
At the forefront of the significant transformation in lending operations is the automated decisioning stage in loan processing—a technological leap that’s reshaping how banks and financial institutions evaluate and approve loan applications. Automated Decision-Making Systems, or ADMS leverage cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and advanced analytics to streamline the loan […]
The concept of priority sector lending has its origins in 1972. This was when the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) first introduced the concept of opening up credit access to economically underserved consumers. This step was considered to be an important one in the nation-building journey as it enabled development. In June 2024, the RBI […]
Fintech combines finance and technology and represents the next phase of financial evolution, focusing on innovation. Fintech users, particularly in digital payments, are forecasted to exceed 3.5 billion in 2024. By 2028, the number will reach 4.81 billion. However, as the fintech acceptance and use grows, so does the cybersecurity threat. In 2023, almost 64% […]
Banks have a unique opportunity to leverage new technologies and digital tools to enhance customer experiences and drive innovation in the financial industry. By embracing emerging trends like personalised financial products, spend analytics and cash forecasting, banks can stay ahead of the curve and continue to meet the evolving needs of their customers. The increasing […]
Do you know we have used online banking for almost 20 years? Time has flown very quickly, but the financial sector has changed significantly throughout the years. The demographic shift among young people is influencing the developments in the fintech industry. Younger consumers’ preference for individualised and digitised financial services is transforming the banking landscape. […]
With over 9,000 registered lending fintechs, India has the third-largest fintech ecosystem worldwide. The notable rise in fintech companies can be attributed to several factors including high internet penetration, incompetent banks and financial institutions, evolving consumer behaviour, and favourable regulatory policies. Additionally, India’s large unbanked or underserved population coupled with a thriving startup ecosystem has […]
