Bank deposits grow faster than loans in trend reversal

Bank credit growth decelerated this financial year, with deposits reaching Rs 211.9 lakh crore by July 26, 2024, surpassing the growth in bank advances. Credit rose to Rs 168.1 lakh crore, influenced by personal loans and MSMEs. CareEdge Ratings attributed the slowdown to RBI measures and banks’ efforts to boost their deposit base.