Economy

Economy

From Bengaluru to Tier-2 Cities: India’s Next VC Expansion Playbook

Venture capital expansion in India is moving beyond Bengaluru into Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. As funding strategies evolve amid tighter capital cycles, investors...

Economy

NBFCs Tighten Lending Norms Amid Rising Retail Loan Defaults

Non-banking financial companies are tightening credit filters as retail loan defaults show localized increases across select regions in India. The move reflects a...

Economy

India’s Economic Activity Slows but Growth Momentum Holds Strong

India’s economic activity has shown signs of moderation in recent months, but the overall growth trajectory remains stable. Despite global uncertainties and domestic...

Economy

MUFG Investment in Shriram Finance Signals Rural Credit Expansion

MUFG’s ₹39,618 crore investment in Shriram Finance marks one of the largest recent bets on India’s retail lending sector. The deal highlights growing...

Economy

India’s SME IPO Boom Opens Doors for Tier-2 Entrepreneurs

India’s SME IPO boom in FY26 is creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. With easier access to public capital...

Economy

India Cuts Ultra-Long Bond Supply, Signals Borrowing Shift

India’s move to cut ultra-long bond supply has become a key financial development at the start of FY26. The decision reflects a strategic...

Economy

India Cuts Ultra-Long Bond Supply, Signals Rate Strategy Shift

India’s decision to cut ultra-long bond supply has emerged as a key development at the start of the financial year 2026. The move...

Economy

Venture Capital Shifts Toward Smaller High Conviction Portfolios

Venture capital firms in 2026 are increasingly moving toward smaller, high-conviction portfolios, focusing on fewer startups with stronger fundamentals. This shift reflects a...

Economy

RBI Defers Capital Market Exposure Norms: Impact on Brokers and Investors

The Reserve Bank of India has deferred the implementation of stricter capital market exposure norms, offering temporary relief to brokers and market participants....

Economy

Biometric Authentication in UPI: Security Boost or User Barrier

Biometric authentication in UPI is emerging as a potential upgrade to strengthen payment security, but it also raises concerns around accessibility and user...

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