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Indian banks eye double digit corporate credit growth as infra and data centre demand surges

Economy
Published on 12 May 2026
Indian banks eye double digit corporate credit growth as infra and data centre demand surges

Strong loan pipelines meet a hidden liquidity squeeze

Indian banks are gearing up for robust double digit corporate credit growth this fiscal year, driven by faster demand from infrastructure, renewable energy, manufacturing, and data centre projects. Lenders including SBI and Bank of Baroda report healthy loan pipelines, signaling an upbeat outlook for business lending. Yet, sustaining the momentum hinges on managing liquidity pressures.

  • Banks expect double digit corporate credit growth this fiscal year
  • Demand is rising across infrastructure, renewable energy, manufacturing, and data centres
  • SBI and Bank of Baroda cite strong loan pipelines
  • Liquidity constraints could limit how fast credit expands
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