At present, the ease of the application and loan disbursal process has nudged more Micro Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and retail customers to apply for unsecured loans. For example, the government’s PSB Loans in 59 Minutes initiative accelerates the online application and approval process. On top of it, unsecured business loans up to Rs. […]
In a digital-forward economy, borrowers have to repeatedly share extensive personal and financial data with lenders throughout their lifetime, which often poses both inconvenience and security risks. On top of that, this sensitive information includes profile details, addresses, credit card information, bank transactions, and investment details, all of which are vulnerable to potential breaches. With […]
A recent Saral Finance survey suggests that around 67% of Indians have taken a loan at some stage to meet their financial requirements. That is a whopping 938 million people. Worryingly, the number of wilful defaulters has increased steadily over the last five years shooting to Rs 353,874 crore involving more than 16,500 accounts as […]
Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) account for around 30% of the economy, making them one of the most important sectors in India. These businesses also play an important role in safeguarding the cultural heritage of different communities, driving innovation, and generating jobs. With more than 600 lakh MSMEs spread across the country, cash flow […]
Automation has positively impacted industries and has significantly contributed to the growth in the financial services domain. Lenders benefit from automating the entire lending process, including debt recovery. Replacing manual processes with automated collection procedures improves efficiency and helps lenders stay profitable. As per reports, Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPAs) of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) reduced […]
One of the top risks in lending is the inability of borrowers to repay loans on time and in full. Hence, debt recovery is one of the most important aspects of the lending life cycle. However, traditional debt recovery methods tend to be more reactive. For example, lenders may outsource this role to external agencies, […]
When it comes to fighting financial crimes like money laundering and financing of terrorism, deciding when should a bank apply Customer Due Diligence (CDD) has become critical. Knowing your customer remains one of the primary bulwarks and one of the four fundamental components of an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance programme. This entails confirming customers and […]
Recently, the RBI has pointed out cases where bank loan rates have been excessively charged, emphasising the need for reform. Addressing this pressing issue, the central bank has taken a stand against unfair lending practices through a recent directive to restore transparency and fairness to the lending process. The lending practices in India have evolved […]
