💰 Microfinance Lending Dips as Uneven Monsoon Alters
Published by OOPSONLINE.IN · Source: The Economic Times · 1 min read · · Updated
What actually happened
India's microfinance sector contracted in the first quarter after a previous rebound. Uneven monsoon progress weighed on rural demand and lender caution grew. The sector's portfolio shrank four percent to ₹3.26 lakh crore by June end. Business usually slows during this period, but rainfall added concerns. Lenders remain cautious about growing loans due to uncertain patterns.
Key points
- India's microfinance sector contracted in the first quarter after a previous rebound.
- Uneven monsoon progress weighed on rural demand and lender caution grew.
- The sector's portfolio shrank four percent to ₹3.
- 26 lakh crore by June end.
Summary based on data provided by The Economic Times. Full article available at the original publisher.
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