The government has approved a Rs 20,000-crore credit guarantee scheme to support microfinance institutions (MFIs), which face funding challenges and rising non-performing assets. This scheme offers ...

Banks expected to increase funding to NBFC MFIs as govt expands guarantee cover while MSME scheme tweaks aim to support ...

The FINANCIAL — A new study from IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has found that external risks, security concerns, and over-indebtedness are perceived as the most serious challenges facing the ...

Government launches Rs 20,000 crore credit guarantee scheme for microfinance institutions to ease liquidity stress, boost ...

MFIN reports a moderated decline in the microfinance sector's loan portfolio in Q3 2025, with better credit quality and operations in 36 states.