Ignoring Risk in AIFs? Even Small Market Shifts Can Create Big Losses
Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) have become a powerful vehicle for private equity, venture capital, and high-growth investment strategies. But with higher returns come highe...
NBFC Registration Checklist: What Every Founder Must Know Before Applying for RBI Approval
Starting an NBFC (Non-Banking Financial Company) is one of the most powerful ways to enter the financial sector—but many founders begin the journey wi...
Cheques Will Clear in Just Hours – Rolling Out October 2025
Big changes are coming for India’s banking sector! The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is all set to transform cheque clearance, cutting down waiting times from days to only a few...
Are These Mistakes Putting Your NBFC at Risk?
India’s NBFC (Non-Banking Financial Company) sector continues to grow at a fast pace. But with greater opportunity comes increased regulatory oversight and risk. Many NBFCs run into serious issue...
RBI to Tighten Oversight of NBFCs in FY26: What You Need to Know
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to enhance regulatory scrutiny over Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the upcoming financial year, FY26. The focus will primarily be o...
In today’s competitive market, delayed payments can create major cash flow challenges—especially for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). That’s where factoring steps in as a powerful financial solution.
What is Factor...
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India’s credit landscape is rapidly evolving, and Pass-Through Certificates (PTCs) are driving this transformation.
What Are PTCs?
PTCs are financial instruments backed by loan pools, allowing NBFCs to transfer loan ownership to ban...
NBFCs play a crucial role in India’s credit ecosystem, but non-compliance and operational missteps can lead to RBI penalties, financial losses, or even shutdowns!
Recently, RBI imposed penalties totaling ₹76.60 lakh on four NBFC-P2P lenders ...
The NBFC sector is a pillar of India’s financial ecosystem, but it faces regulatory, liquidity, and operational hurdles that impact growth and stability.
🔍 Top Challenges NBFCs Face:
⚠️ Regulatory Hurdles – Stricter RBI norms lead ...
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), led by Governor Sanjay Malhotra, recently held a crucial meeting with leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs)—his first such interaction since taking office. The meeting brought together MDs and CEOs fro...
On October 4, 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued a Draft Circular titled "Forms of Business and Prudential Regulation for Investments" that seeks to amend the extant Master Direction—Reserve Bank of India (Financial Services...
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On August 16, 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued a notification announcing significant revisions to the Master Direction – Non-Banking Financial Company – Peer to Peer Lending Platform (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2017 (‘Dir...
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Introduction
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has recently introduced significant amendments to the regulations governing Category I and Category II Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), with a specific focus on borrowing provision...
The alternative investment industry in India is experiencing a remarkable surge, outpacing traditional mutual funds at an unprecedented rate. Over the last five years, from June FY19 to June FY24, the industry has achieved a Compound Annual Growth Ra...
Introduction
Non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) play a quintessential role in bridging the credit gap within economies worldwide, especially in the dynamic financial background of 2024. The rapid development and diversification of NBFCs ensur...
As regulatory expectations evolve, Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) face increasing demands to develop comprehensive policies ensuring compliance, effective risk management, and robust governance. This is particularly crucial for NBFCs in the ...
In today's rapidly changing financial landscape, traditional credit scoring methods often fail to meet the needs of millions of people worldwide who are underserved by formal banking systems. Emerging economies, such as the Philippines, struggle ...
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In the dynamic realm of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), takeover processes play a crucial role in shaping market landscapes and strategic trajectories. Let’s delve into the intricacies of NBFC takeovers, exploring the reasons behind th...
In India, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and retail borrowers constitute a significant portion of the economy, yet access to formal financing remains a challenge. However, the emergence of co-lending partnerships between Banks and Non-B...
In today's dynamic financial landscape, small Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) and FinTech players face unique challenges and opportunities. While these entities strive to compete with larger institutions, they often encounter resource con...
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In the intricate ecosystem of finance, small Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) often find themselves navigating a landscape fraught with operational challenges. These hurdles, stemming from limited resources and scale, can impede growth and sus...