Whether it’s a bank lending to someone or a company giving credit to another, it all comes down to the borrower's creditworthiness. Without evaluating this, losses are inevitable. In the scenario of a bank lending money to people and companies...

Credit decision-making involves assessing a borrower's repayment capacity and creditworthiness before approving a loan. It is a critical function for lenders as it helps them decide whether to extend credit to an applicant or not and helps them minimise their...

The banking industry has undergone an extensive transformation over the last few years. Rapid digitisation of banking processes and financial ecosystems is reshaping business. Many banks are reducing the number of physical branches while enabling consumers to open accounts online...

Credit appraisal is a crucial process which lenders use to make informed decisions while lending and stay away from defaults and other risks. It involves thoroughly examining the applicant's total income, debt levels, assets and credit history. Balance sheet analysis...

Have you ever wondered what happens when you apply for a loan? A complex decision-making process is set in motion. At present, this decisioning stage in loan processing stands at the crossroads of a transformation, wielding the power to shape...

Despite the arrival of cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), robotic process automation (RPA), and big analytics, Microsoft Excel still commands a firm grip over financial companies. Even today, analysts at Wall Street continue to rely on Excel sheets primarily...

Borrowing is evolving as fintechs in India usher in a new era, shifting away from traditional banking methods. The digital lending market, valued at $43.16 billion in 2018, is projected to skyrocket to $567.3 billion by 2026, boasting a remarkable...

A mere decade ago, instantly delving into a borrower's financial history would have been considered sorcery. Today, however, APIs for GSTR analysis make this a daily reality. The APIs (Application Programming Interface) effectively ensure tracking of GST compliance, pinpoint errors,...

A healthy cash flow is the signifier of a thriving business. This financial status is especially beneficial for borrowers who do not own assets, which they can offer as collateral to lenders. Access to cash flow lending is enabling more...

As India’s lending ecosystem becomes increasingly digital and data-driven, monitoring borrower behaviour has never been more critical. With the Reserve Bank of India reporting a moderation in retail credit growth to 16.6% in June 2024—down from 21.3% the previous year—banks...