Microfinance Sector Sees Rise in High-Value Loans and Portfolio Shift in Q1 FY27
Microfinance institutions (MFIs) in India are shifting toward higher-value loans, with the share of loans above Rs 75,000 rising to 41% in Q1 FY27 from 28% a year earlier. The average loan size increased to Rs 62,962, reflecting a focus on borrowers with established credit histories. Despite a 7.6% year-on-year contraction in the overall MFI portfolio to Rs 3.26 trillion, funding remained concentrated among large entities, supported mainly by private banks and the Credit Guarantee Scheme 2.0. Asset quality improved, with delinquency rates declining significantly.
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economictimes broke this story on 25 Sept, 08:03 am. Other outlets followed.
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