Smartphone financing is projected to drive 42% of sales this year, up from 35% in 2025, as rising handset prices deter upfront payments, per Counterpoint Research.
Non-banking financial companies currently dominate this space
Jul 03, 2026
05:05 pm
What's the storySmartphone financing is set to dominate in India, accounting for 42% of all sales this year.
The figure is a significant jump from the 35% recorded in 2025, according to Counterpoint Research.
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