Decline in Interest Rates

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How did the decline in interest rates from 16-18% in the late 1990s to recent single digits impact retail credit demand?

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Falling rates and ample liquidity significantly boosted the demand for retail credit by making borrowing highly affordable for masses.

Additionally, lower costs on incremental deposits (saving/current accounts) allowed banks to offer cheaper housing and retail loans.

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How did the decline in interest rates from 16-18% in the late 1990s to recent single digits impact retail credit demand?

Answer

Falling rates and ample liquidity significantly boosted the demand for retail credit by making borrowing highly affordable for masses.

Additional notes

Additionally, lower costs on incremental deposits (saving/current accounts) allowed banks to offer cheaper housing and retail loans.

Part of Retail Banking & Wealth Management · Retail Banking: Introduction · Last updated 16 Sep 2026

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