RBI tackles surge in gold loans to ensure transparency and financial stability amid NBFC dominance.

Gold loans in India have surged, showing a significant increase in the past year, highlighting a growing reliance on gold as collateral. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued guidelines to address concerns over irregular practices like discrepancies in gold valuation and inadequate monitoring of loan funds. Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) dominate the gold loan market, holding nearly 60% of the total loans. The RBI's steps aim to ensure transparency and maintain financial stability.

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