BANKING & FINANCE ESAF Bolsters Retail Banking Push With Emerging Household Portfolio

ESAF Small Finance Bank is sharpening its focus on the emerging household (EH) loans segment, positioning it as the next major growth driver as customers transition from financial inclusion to mainstream retail banking. The bank believes the segment, comprising individuals, self-help groups (SHGs), small entrepreneurs and farmer interest groups (FIGs), will evolve into one of […]

CW Bureau · Aug 7, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE KVB Picks Up 16.4% Stake In Sahayya Finserve To Scale Up Retail Lending

As part of its strategy to build new growth engines, Karur Vysya Bank (KVB) has invested ₹29.68 crore in Sahayya Finserve Pvt Ltd, an RBI-registered non-banking financial company (NBFC) engaged in affordable housing finance and loan-against-property financing. The investment gives the bank a 16.4% equity stake in the NBFC and is expected to strengthen KVB’s […]

CW Bureau · Aug 6, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE Canara Bank Q1 Net Profit Rises 2.2% To ₹4,856 Cr; Asset Quality Improves

State-owned Canara Bank reported a 2.19% year-on-year increase in net profit to ₹4,856 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, supported by steady business growth and continued improvement in asset quality. The bank’s operating profit rose marginally by 0.96% to ₹8,636 crore, while fee income increased 5.35% to ₹2,342 crore during the quarter. Business […]

CW Bureau · Jul 27, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE Northern Arc Capital Banks On Tech, Retail Lending And Risk Management

Northern Arc Capital is gearing up for its next phase of growth by deepening its technology-led credit ecosystem, expanding its direct-to-customer lending business and exploring new opportunities in digital distribution and wealth management. In his message to shareholders in the company’s Annual Report 2026, Managing Director & CEO Ashish Mehrotra said the company’s long-term strategy […]

CW Bureau · Jul 26, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE Shriram Finance Q1 Profit Zooms 60% As Lending Momentum Stays Strong

Shriram Finance Ltd has reported around 60% year-on-year jump in its standalone net profit in the June quarter, driven by strong growth in lending, higher net interest income and expansion of its loan portfolio. The non-banking financial company (NBFC) posted a profit after tax (PAT) of ₹3,444.56 crore for the first quarter ended June 30, […]

CW Bureau · Jul 24, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE Tata Capital Buys 89% In Yogloans For ₹318 Cr, Enters Gold Loan Space

Tata Capital Ltd (TCL), the flagship financial services company of the Tata Group, has approved the acquisition of a majority stake in Kerala-based Yogakshemam Loans Ltd (Yogloans), marking its entry into India’s fast-growing gold loan segment. The proposed all-cash transaction will see Tata Capital acquire approximately 88.6% of the issued and paid-up share capital of […]

CW Bureau · Jul 13, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE RBI Fines Five-Star Business Finance ₹6.20 Lakh Over Compliance Lapses

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹6.20 lakh on Chennai-based non-banking financial company (NBFC) Five-Star Business Finance Ltd for deficiencies in regulatory compliance. The penalty relates to the company’s failure to implement a robust software system for effective identification and reporting of suspicious transactions. The central bank also flagged […]

CW Bureau · Jun 20, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE YES Bank, Northern Arc Capital Tie Up For Credit Access, Digital Lending

YES Bank and Northern Arc Capital have entered into a strategic partnership to expand access to credit, scale digital lending and provide debt investment opportunities to customers. The collaboration brings together YES Bank’s balance-sheet strength, digital infrastructure and distribution capabilities with Northern Arc Capital’s underwriting expertise, technology platforms and origination network to expand formal credit […]

CW Bureau · Jun 19, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE Gold, Personal And Home Loans Drive Retail Credit Growth In FY26: Experian

India’s retail credit market witnessed strong momentum in FY26, driven by rising demand for gold loans, personal loans and home loans, according to Experian’s latest Industry Insights – May 2026 report. The report highlights robust growth in loan originations, increasing preference for secured lending and improving repayment behaviour, indicating a healthier and more stable credit […]

CW Bureau · Jun 3, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE Indian Bank To Sharpen Focus On AI-Led Digital Banking, RAM Segments

As part of its growth strategy for FY27, the leading public sector lender Indian Bank will sharpen its focus on AI-driven digital innovation in banking products and services while deepening its presence in retail, agriculture and MSME (RAM) segments. “Our priorities include deepening customer trust through seamless digital product penetration and embedding compliance as a […]

CW Bureau · May 23, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE Repco Home Finance Q4 Profit Rises To ₹129 Cr; Asset Quality Improves

Repco Home Finance Ltd, a housing finance company focused on retail home loans, reported a standalone net profit of ₹129 crore for the March quarter, up ₹4 crore over the corresponding period last year on improved income and asset quality. Loan sanctions registered a 25% increase at ₹1,320 crore, while loan disbursements grew 22% to […]

CW Bureau · May 22, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE Shriram Finance’s AAA Leap Signals New Regime For Its Deposit Business

Shriram Finance Executive Vice Chairman Umesh Revankar has said Shriram Unnati Fixed Deposits have secured AAA ratings from all leading credit rating agencies, positioning the programme among the safest fixed deposit offerings in the country. The ratings upgrade comes even as the company effected a marginal reduction in interest rates on Shriram Unnati Deposits from […]

CW Bureau · May 7, 2026