With changes in the way transactions are processed and payments are made, the system for accessing risks or loan underwriting must also change. Lending companies are undoubtedly a susceptible target of fraudsters, especially in the times of digital banking. Where traditional credit scoring fails miserably during digital lending, digital footprints can help make up for […]
Managing Credit Risk Analysis and Scoring Using Lending Management Software
Credit risk analysis is a vital process that helps lenders assess the possibility of the borrower defaulting and the loss they may incur if the borrower fails to repay the contractual loan obligations. It often goes beyond credit analysis, primarily focusing on the borrower’s creditworthiness. In contrast, credit risk analysis assists a lender in achieving […]
Revolutionising EMIs: How CLOU (Credit Line on UPI) is Redefining India’s Credit Landscape
The launch of UPI in 2016 has transformed the financial landscape in India. However, there remained a gap in how the credit was accessed. India’s credit access and repayment system is a lengthy and cumbersome process that feels like a trap more than a solution. The introduction of CLOU (Credit Line on UPI) is set […]
How Is Alternative Credit Data Transforming Credit Underwriting?
India’s economic growth hinges on the success of more than 633.9 lakh micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) which account for nearly 30% of gross value added (GVA) in India’s gross domestic product (GDP). Despite their valuable contribution, access to credit remains one of the major barriers for MSMEs, particularly unorganised MSMEs due to lack […]
Understanding the Different Types of Credit Risk
Credit risk continues to remain one of the areas of concern for a majority of traditional and new-age lenders. The reasons for this are varied. For example, macroeconomic fluctuations, such as political conflict, recessions, or market instability, can lead to higher default rates. Additionally, new-age lenders often cater to underserved or high-risk segments, increasing the […]
Streamlining Loan Approvals with Automated Credit Underwriting Software
Recently, the RBI’s June Financial Stability Report revealed that retail loans in the Indian banking sector experienced an impressive compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 24.8% between March 2021 and 2023. A pivotal reason for this growth is the ongoing transformation of the traditional and time-consuming manual loan approval process, driven by the adoption of automated […]