Risks
Credit Risk: The primary risk, where borrowers default on their loan obligations, leading to non-performing assets (NPAs) and impacting profitability.
Liquidity Risk: Inability to raise funds or meet short-term obligations due to reliance on market borrowings or asset-liability mismatches.
Interest Rate Risk: Fluctuations in borrowing costs and lending rates impacting net interest margins.
Regulatory & Compliance Risk: Changes in RBI regulations for NBFCs (e.g., capital adequacy, asset classification, provisioning norms) can impact operations and profitability.
Competition: Intense competition from banks and other NBFCs, leading to pressure on lending rates and market share.
Economic Downturn: A slowdown in the economy can adversely affect borrower repayment capacity and demand for credit.