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 […]
Understanding the Types of Invoice Financing: Factoring vs. Discounting
Maintaining cash flows efficiently is an important aspect of business growth. Companies budget a certain amount of funds to help meet their production expenses. However, sometimes, companies may need a sudden influx of cash to help fund an order of a larger ticket size. This is where access to invoice financing can help them fulfill […]
Rеsponsiblе Financе: ͏RBI͏’s Cal͏l f͏or Ethica͏l Practicеs in Both Lending and Bor͏row͏ing
With banks a͏nd fintech companies i͏ncrеasi͏ngly rе͏lying on artificial int͏еlligе͏nc͏е (AI) a͏nd machinе lеarning (M͏L͏) to as͏sеss crеditworthin͏еs͏s,͏ t͏hеrе’s a prеssing nееd to foc͏us on͏ rеspon͏siblе lending practicеs. However, thе͏ problеm is t͏hat whilе tеchno͏logy ͏advancеs͏ rapidly, ͏е͏thica͏l standar͏ds oftеn lag bеhind. This imbalance can lead to issues for both lеndеrs and borrowеrs. Let us […]
Some Ethical Considerations in AI-Driven Bank Statement Analysis
Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to become an integral part of the financial landscape, including balance sheet analysis for decision-making. AI-powered solutions can help lenders improve efficiency by reducing processing time and increasing productivity. While its integration offers numerous benefits, the use of AI in the financial domain also raises some ethical concerns like the […]
How Transaction Data Analysis Promotes Trust and Accountability in Lending
As the lending industry becomes more competitive, transparency and accountability in decision-making are critical for a productive and long-term relationship between stakeholders. Customers want to make informed decisions and feel empowered when making a choice. In this scenario, transaction data analysis can strengthen the relationship between lenders and borrowers. It gives lenders critical insights and […]
Advancing Lending Operations: Supply Chain Financing Strategies
Traditionally, suppliers and buyers stand on opposite sides of the negotiating table when closing a business deal. However, they may need to adopt a more collaborative approach in certain circumstances. For instance, they may come together to apply for a business loan. Known as supply chain financing, this unique product enables the supplier to produce […]