Non-bank lenders are increasing their hold on the personal loan market. Data shows NBFCs' share in new personal loans has risen significantly. This growth is driven by fintech companies. Meanwhile, banks' share has decreased. The personal loan market is now over fifteen lakh crore rupees. NBFCs are more flexible, attracting borrowers banks might overlook.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged financial institutions to maintain strong balance sheets to fund infrastructure, industry, and MSMEs, while partnering with NBFCs to reach underserved sectors. She highlighted the increasing demand for credit and innovative financial products as India's economy grows.
Starbucks said Thursday its closing hundreds of stores in the U.S., Canada and Europe and laying off 900 nonretail employees as it focuses more of its resources on a turnaround.
