Tata, Godrej and now Birla: Big groups aren't just chasing glitter

India’s gold loan market is emerging as a growth opportunity for financial institutions, with outstanding loans against gold jewellery reaching Rs 3.3 lakh crore by May 2026. Tata Capital, Godrej Capital and Aditya Birla Capital are expanding aggressively as lenders shift toward secured retail credit, driven by rising…