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Tata Capital joins the gold loan rush. What’s driving the frenzy?
India’s gold loan industry has tripled in size in three years, with assets under management rising from 6.3 lakh crore in March 2023 to 19.4 lakh crore in March 2026. Tata Capital’s proposed acquisition of Kerala-based Yogloans is the latest sign of rising investor interest in the fast-growing segment.
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· Jul 12, 2026
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· Jul 9, 2026
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