Microfinance loans saw their first increase in over a year during the January-March 2026 quarter, despite a continued drop in borrower numbers. The Reserve Bank of India's report highlights improving asset quality and reduced borrower leverage. NBFCs remain crucial for MSME financing, with their credit to the microfinance sector showing robust expansion, signaling a sector in consolidation but with positive underlying trends.

Microfinance asset quality saw a positive shift in May, with loan defaults declining nationwide. However, West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh continue to exhibit higher…

Microfinance loans saw their first increase in over a year during the January-March 2026 quarter, despite a continued drop in borrower numbers. The Reserve Bank of India's report…

Crisil Ratings predicts NBFC-MFIs' AUM will soar to 20% in FY27, driven by secured loans and microfinance recovery.