Indian deputy governor warns "buy now, pay later" trends are harming youth savings.

The Reserve Bank of India's Deputy Governor, Michael Debabrata Patra, warns that "buy now, pay later" schemes and credit cards are reducing youth savings. These financial trends pose new challenges for policymakers, including risks of debt escalation and low financial literacy. Patra suggests central banks adapt by using advanced models and stress tests to manage the impact of digital financial technologies.

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