Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd has unveiled its latest offering, the Smart Choice Gold Loan, aimed at meeting the financial needs of aspirational consumers. This product comes with features including a fixed monthly interest rate starting from 0.88%, same-day disbursement, flexible repayment options, and minimal documentation requirements.
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The launch of the Smart Choice Gold Loan comes at a time when the demand for gold-backed financing solutions is on the rise in India. According to a report by the World Gold Council, Indian households possess a staggering 27,000 tonnes of gold.
Additionally, recent data from CIBIL indicates that the gold loan industry has witnessed significant growth, with advances reaching ₹7.15 lakh crore as of December 2023, growing at a CAGR of 19% over the last three years.
Recognising the increasing popularity of gold loans, Kotak Mahindra Bank said it conducted extensive consumer research to develop a product that offers value and flexibility.
Unlike traditional credit products with strict eligibility criteria, gold loans provide a simpler application and disbursal process, leveraging gold as collateral to offer lower interest rates and significant savings over the loan tenure.
Shripad Jadhav, President of Retail Agriculture and Gold Loans at Kotak Mahindra Bank, said, "Gold loans are gaining traction as a cost-effective alternative to traditional credit products, bridging the gap between aspirations and reality. With features like easy accessibility, same-day processing, attractive pricing, and the security of gold jewellery, Kotak 'Smart Choice' Gold Loans aim to meet the evolving financial needs of consumers."
(Edited by : Amrita)
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