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Credit Card Default Rate Drops Amid Rising Consumer Caution

Consumers are becoming more disciplined with credit card repayments, treating them like debit cards due to extended grace periods, causing default rates to fall.

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In India, credit card default rates are declining as consumers grow more conscious of timely repayments. Many borrowers now approach credit card usage with greater caution, viewing these cards more like debit cards thanks to extended grace periods.

This shift in behavior is creating a dilemma for financial institutions. While default rates are dropping, spending continues to increase, leading banks to worry about declining interest income as they face a challenging environment for lending.

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