When it comes to deciding the creditworthiness of a person applying for a loan, the credit score plays a very important role. Whether it’s for business, or major financial investments such as buying a house, or a car, most lending institutions consider the credit score as an eligibility criterion. Not just that – telecom/mobile companies […]
The Price of Unchecked Growth: RBI Governor Warns NBFCs
Today, a growing number of Non-banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) face immense pressure to drive higher returns. In the pursuit of this goal, some NBFCs are engaging in irregular practices, which can invite strict action by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). For instance, the RBI recently imposed restrictions on four NBFCs that were charging exorbitantly […]
The Digital Lending Revolution: Startups vs. Big Banks
Despite their best efforts, established banks often suffer from manual approaches and outdated processes. Vis-a-vis modern customer expectations of a quick approval time and flexible digital lending, these barriers usually force borrowers to seek alternate solutions. Fintech startups and lending businesses aim to close this exact gap. But the question is, how well-stacked are the […]
Future of P2P Lending and Its Direct Impact on Loan Origination Systems
Peer-to-peer (P2P) lending became a global phenomenon after the 2008 financial crash, emerging as a reliable alternative to traditional financial institutions including banks. While P2P lending businesses started entering the Indian market in 2014, it wasn’t until 2017 when the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued guidelines suggesting that all P2P service providers must be […]
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 […]
How to Reduce Friction in the Loan Origination System with Automation?
Customer experience is one of the major talking points for customers dealing with businesses operating in the retail and hospitality sectors. However, that was hardly the case in the finance industry, especially in lending. However, the times they are a-changing. Modern customers are ready to ditch the traditional, inconvenient, and time-consuming process in favour of […]