India's housing finance market is poised for extraordinary growth, projected to more than double from ₹33 lakh crore to ₹81 lakh crore by 2029. Driven by strong structural fundamentals and government incentives, this sector represents a golden opportunity for lenders as residential property sales ..

Kotak Mahindra Bank would buy Standard Chartered Bank India's ₹4,100 crore personal loan portfolio. This transaction should be completed in three months, pending regulatory clearances and closing conditions. The loans purchased are conventional, easing the transfer for banks and clients.

Bajaj Housing Finance Limited (BHFL) plans to raise 6,560 crore via an IPO, including new share issuance and a sale. With quick expansion since its founding, a broad loan portfolio, and sound financials, BHFL can capitalise on India's rising housing demand.

PNB Housing Finance aims to raise its loan portfolio by 17% in FY25, the biggest expansion since 2019. A strong capital position has allowed the firm to concentrate on retail lending, which currently accounts for 97% of its operations, including affordable housing.