MSME Loan Extensions Approved: Banking Sector’s Cyclone Response
The Sri Lanka Banks' Association (SLBA) has announced a consensus among member banks to grant loan extensions to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) impacted by the recent floods. This moratorium applies to both capital and interest repayments for a period of six months. The move is see...
The Sri Lanka Banks' Association (SLBA) has announced a consensus among member banks to grant loan extensions to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) impacted by the recent floods. This moratorium applies to both capital and interest repayments for a period of six months.
The move is seen as a proactive measure to prevent a spike in Non-Performing Loans (NPLs). "This is not a write-off, but a necessary pause to allow businesses to rebuild their inventory and premises," stated a senior banker. The extension process has been simplified, requiring minimal documentation to ensure rapid relief.
References:
- Sri Lanka Banks' Association: https://www.slba.lk/
- Central Bank of Sri Lanka: https://www.cbsl.gov.lk/
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