News for 'creditworthiness'

Indian pharma cos well positioned for global growth: S&P

Indian pharma cos well positioned for global growth: S&P

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

The growth prospects are particularly high for Indian companies in the speciality and complex generic drugs segment in the US, the report said.

Moody's raises outlook for 15 banks, FIs to 'positive'

Moody's raises outlook for 15 banks, FIs to 'positive'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

Moody's has revised to positive the outlook on the long- term ratings of private sector lenders

Bandhan in talks with Ola, Uber for car finance

Bandhan in talks with Ola, Uber for car finance

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

Bandhan expects to have a loan portfolio of Rs 14,500 crore.

4 Indians charged with $200 million credit card fraud in US

4 Indians charged with $200 million credit card fraud in US

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

The defendants would make up a false identity to get cards and then use them.

What's Facebook got to do with your loan or credit card?

What's Facebook got to do with your loan or credit card?

Rediff.com19 May 2015

Your social media profile may soon be your ticket to a loan or a credit card, says Abhishek Agarwal

Boeing lease rates like to rise over MAX grounding

Boeing lease rates like to rise over MAX grounding

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

Demand for the earlier variant 737NG planes is also expected to pick up due to the grounding of MAX planes.

Never get rejected for a loan! Here's the mantra

Never get rejected for a loan! Here's the mantra

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

Follow these 6 Cs of building good credit and your lender will never disappoint you!

2020 will see fresh challenges for banking

2020 will see fresh challenges for banking

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

'Given the emerging trends, it may be time for India to embrace digital banking,' notes Pradipta Bagchi.

How social media impacts your credit score

How social media impacts your credit score

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

The advice your mother gave you about choosing your friends wisely got a whole new meaning with lenders looking at your social media posts

Third front govt may lead to flight of capital: Moody's

Third front govt may lead to flight of capital: Moody's

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

Rating agency Moody's on Tuesday cautioned that a third front government created by regional parties could lead to capital flight and delay economic recovery.

Want to know what India's top bankers are up to?

Want to know what India's top bankers are up to?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

The bosses of SBI, Union Bank and Central Bank have been driving down to their offices everyday to take stock of the biggest loan drive ever undertaken for MSMEs, discovers Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Note ban: MFIs seek more time for loan repayments

Note ban: MFIs seek more time for loan repayments

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

In December 2016, RBI had granted additional 60 days for repayment of certain loans

Fraud in sight, De Beers cuts India's rough diamond allocation

Fraud in sight, De Beers cuts India's rough diamond allocation

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

'We don't trade with any business where we have specific concerns,' a De Beers spokesperson said.

Explained: How P2P lending can help us

Explained: How P2P lending can help us

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

'As banks grapple with risk aversion and savers see an erosion in the value of money, the P2P platform can be a win-win for both borrowers and lenders,' notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Don't fret if credit card application rejected

Don't fret if credit card application rejected

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Secured credit cards offer benefits similar to regular credit cards and hence an applicant should try and get a card with lower fees and more features, suggests Sarbajeet K Sen.

India's cash strapped airlines may finally get to fly higher

India's cash strapped airlines may finally get to fly higher

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

The ministry has also asked that the cap of such borrowings is to be set at $500 million (Rs 3,450 crore) for a single company and $1 billion (Rs 6,900 crore) for the entire sector.

How Anil Ambani can revive his group's fortune

How Anil Ambani can revive his group's fortune

Rediff.com2 May 2019

More asset sales may be only way out, though most of the group companies' ratings have been downgraded and their combined market value is now a fraction of their combined debt.

Looking for a home loan? Age no bar!

Looking for a home loan? Age no bar!

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

A few important factors to keep in mind while applying for a home loan, and strategies to manage it, whatever your age.

Why is credit so relevant to India's economy?

Why is credit so relevant to India's economy?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

Credit is relevant in the short run but what actually matters is productivity in the long run.

Bankruptcy code clips ArcelorMittal's India expansion plans

Bankruptcy code clips ArcelorMittal's India expansion plans

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

In 2009, ArcelorMittal had picked up a stake in Uttam Galva Steels. A new Section 29A of the IBC prohibits promoters of companies with NPAs of more than a year from bidding for these companies.

Fitch: India faces difficult transition after rupee decline

Fitch: India faces difficult transition after rupee decline

Rediff.com21 Nov 2013

Fitch Ratings says in a report published on Thursday that the spillover effects of a weaker rupee have not significantly hurt India's creditworthiness, and hence would not trigger any rating action as this point.

PNB scam: Senior Nirav Modi official Vipul Ambani arrested

PNB scam: Senior Nirav Modi official Vipul Ambani arrested

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

The Income Tax Department on Tuesday also raided 20 premises linked to Gitanjali Gems promoter Mehul Choksi and suspected shell firms in connection with an alleged tax evasion case against them, official sources said.

Why benchmark rate for bank loans is still an illusion

Why benchmark rate for bank loans is still an illusion

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

None of the four benchmarks suggested by the RBI is ideal as banks in India create loan assets from their deposits and not borrowing from the regulator or market, says Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Have a bad credit score? Read this

Have a bad credit score? Read this

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

'If your loan application gets turned down by one bank, do not apply immediately to several others.' 'This makes you appear credit hungry and possibly in some form of financial distress.' 'Multiple enquiries affect your credit score adversely,' advises Mohan Jayaraman.

No one holidays anymore, they have 'experiences'

No one holidays anymore, they have 'experiences'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Tailored luxury experiences with the most minute of details charted out for discerning travellers is the way forward, says Nikita Puri.

How plastic money can affect your credit health

How plastic money can affect your credit health

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

How to use the credit card is more important that the credit limit of the cards or how many you possess.

Beware! Ignorance can damage your credit history

Beware! Ignorance can damage your credit history

Rediff.com20 Jan 2014

There are organisations who help individuals to improve their credit health.

Buying a car vs leasing it: The pros and cons

Buying a car vs leasing it: The pros and cons

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Besides the thrill of changing cars quite often, a higher tax deduction is available, experts tell Tinesh Bhasin

Is having debt good for your credit score?

Is having debt good for your credit score?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

In order to be eligible for a loan when you really need one, it is imperative to maintain a good credit score. By having a good mix of debt and servicing it regularly, you can maintain a good credit score and be loan ready at all times.

US will pay its bills, Obama assures the world

US will pay its bills, Obama assures the world

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

Obama said every country, every democracy in particular, has tussles over the budget.

FinMin to pitch for upgrade from Japanese agency

FinMin to pitch for upgrade from Japanese agency

Rediff.com26 Aug 2013

Amid fears of a downgrade from ratings agencies, the finance ministry is gearing up for a visit of Japan Credit Rating Agency officials on September 6.

Think twice before guaranteeing a friend's loan

Think twice before guaranteeing a friend's loan

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

Being a guarantor for a freinds loan can cost you a dear.

Corporate group-run banks: Are they USEFUL?

Corporate group-run banks: Are they USEFUL?

Rediff.com17 May 2013

On February 22, 2013, the Reserve Bank of India issued guidelines on 'Licensing of New Banks in the Private Sector'.

I-T probe into NuPower hints at round-tripping

I-T probe into NuPower hints at round-tripping

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

The I-T department said NuPower's balance sheet did not substantiate the high premium paid by Singapore-based DH Renewables for its shares, and suspects it could be a case of round-tripping of unaccounted income by NuPower.

7 more reasons why your credit card could be declined

7 more reasons why your credit card could be declined

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

If you ever face a situation where your card transaction is declined, it is advisable to call your bank and check with them for the cause. In most cases, unless it's a fraudulent issue, the problems will be resolved on the phone.

Obama warns of 'economic shutdown' as debt deadline nears

Obama warns of 'economic shutdown' as debt deadline nears

Rediff.com12 Oct 2013

President appealed to Congress to pass the budget while pushing Republicans to agree to hike the borrowing limit.

Are you a good borrower?

Are you a good borrower?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Find out how banks and lending institutions decide if you are worth their money based on your CIBIL TransUnion Score and Credit Information Report.

Sebi tightens debt investing norms for mutual funds

Sebi tightens debt investing norms for mutual funds

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

The move comes within months of a crisis at JPMorgan Asset Management Company.

Why resorting to insolvency courts is not the best solution

Why resorting to insolvency courts is not the best solution

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

The new Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code has serious drawbacks, finds out Somasekhar Sundaresan.

China lets yuan fall again, Asia might see more pain

China lets yuan fall again, Asia might see more pain

Rediff.com31 Aug 2015

China's move to devalue its currency has exposed the fragility of its economy.