The Daily Brief

The Flip Side of Easy Loans in India

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Jan 22, 2025
Explore the swirling vortex of India's unsecured loan boom, where easy credit could lead to serious risks for households. Discover the financial implications as rising debt challenges the economy. Meanwhile, Zomato faces a rocky quarter, struggling with profitability in its Blinkit venture despite soaring food delivery revenues. Dive into Zomato's strategic pivots and the broader industry shifts, including updates on the airline sector and government policies affecting sugar exports.
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INSIGHT

Rising Household Debt and Risky Borrowing Trends

  • RBI's report reveals increasing household debt in India, raising concerns about financial stability.
  • Borrowers with weaker credit scores are increasingly taking personal loans for consumption, not asset creation.
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Loan Repayment Stress and NBFC Expansion

  • The 'portfolio at risk' (PAR) metric, measuring overdue loans, indicates growing stress in loan repayments, especially in smaller cities.
  • NBFCs are expanding lending in these higher-risk markets despite rising default rates.
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Zomato's Profit Dip and Blinkit Expansion Costs

  • Zomato's net profit declined despite strong revenue growth due to rising costs, primarily from Blinkit's expansion.
  • Blinkit's rapid growth in dark stores and warehouses, though promising, is impacting short-term profitability.
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