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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. […]
In financial analysis, every decision–from investments and risk assessments to strategic planning–relies on the accuracy and reliability of your data. Data quality and intеgrity arе cruciаl bеcausе dеcisions arе mаdе basеd on thе insights dеrivеd frоm thе data. If the data is inaccuratе, incomplеtе, and inconsistent, it can lead to faulty analysis and potentially erroneous […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) has immense potential to transform operations across all industries, including banking and lending. Employing AI in their day-to-day functioning helps banks reduce costs, increase productivity, improve decision-making, spot fraud, and be more customer-centric. A Business Insider report suggests that nearly 80% of banks are aware of AI’s conceivable benefits in banking. Another […]
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 […]
As the lending industry continues to grow, risk assessment and management will emerge as one of the top functions, enabling lenders to build sustainable, profitable businesses. Managing risk effectively can help companies prevent the growth of non-performing assets (NPAs), loan fraud, lending scams, and other negative consequences. Financial technology will play a key role in […]
Latest reports suggest that around 67% of Indians have applied for a personal loan at some point in their lives. Furthermore, India’s consumer borrowings have surged in recent years as more people fulfil their aspirations, including travel, buying a new car, building a house, and more. As a result, traditional and non-traditional lenders, including banks, […]
Accurately assessing the borrower’s creditworthiness is necessary for a lender’s long-term success and stability. It is an integral part of the lending process; accuracy and promptness are two key aspects to consider in the credit appraisal process. Credit appraisal or credit assessment involves a comprehensive evaluation of the applicant’s credit history, financial capacity, and ability […]
Regulations have always played an important role in the growth trajectory of lenders across the world. In India, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sets guidelines to ensure the smooth and ethical functioning of lending players and fair practices for borrowers. Recent news reports indicate that the RBI is taking strict action against lenders who […]
A popular technique financial institutions use in managing interest rate risks is duration gap analysis. This provides them with insights into the optimal management of interest rate risk so that they can economically manage the difference in time between a bank’s assets and liabilities. By analysing the duration gap, it becomes easy to understand the […]
Non-banking finance Companies(NBFCs) have witnessed exponential growth globally and within the country. They are playing a crucial role in providing people and businesses across India with access to basic financial services. Emerging technology has also enabled the NBFC software to widen and deepen its reach; they have been instrumental in ensuring last-mile connectivity. So, whether it […]
