Working Capital is a financial metric that, despite its technical definition, is better understood in the literal sense of the term which is, ‘the capital that works’. As a production factor, it generates revenue and ensures the continued existence of the other three aspects, such as labour, land, and entrepreneurship. Working capital management entails controlling […]
Why Are Lenders Betting Big on Supply Chain Finance?
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are often considered the backbone of the Indian economy, and they account for approximately 30% of India’s GDP and employ close to 111 million individuals. The COVID-19 pandemic posed many challenges across industries and disrupted supply chains. The current Russia-Ukraine war and periodic lockdowns in China have added to […]
How Can Embedded Finance Be an Innovative Gateway for the Lending Industry?
Technology has advanced so dramatically over the last decade that consumers can order a ride before arriving at their destination. In addition, they can pay utility bills without leaving their homes. In today’s modern world, instant payment systems are a part of our everyday lives, but where does the money come from? The answer is […]
How Can Co-lending Benefit Banks, Customers, and NBFCs?
The co-lending model, introduced by the Reserve Bank Of India (RBI) in 2018, is a mechanism where banks and non-banks join hands to provide credit to the priority sector. The co-lending arrangement allows NBFCs (Non-Bank Financial Companies) which operate in deeper geographies and lend to the MSME Sector (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises), LIG (Low-Income […]
Digital Lending’s Future: Secrets, Obstacles, and Success
India’s digital lending market is expected to grow to $1.3 Trillion in 2030, says Inc42. Technological growth, higher internet penetration and the tiresome loan application process in traditional banking establishments have pushed many towards digital lending. Moreover, customers’ demand for a faster and simpler loan application process has propelled lenders to go online and adopt […]
How Can Banks Monetise Open Banking Platforms?
COVID-19 led to a disruption in different sectors, and banking is no exception. Nonetheless, with the application of Open Banking in the field, banks have found their way back to stability. The recent waves of digitisation have broadened the scope of significant technological changes in the banking sector. Be that as it may, well-established banks […]