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India credit card spending rises 6% but falls 11% in Feb 2026
short by / on Tuesday, 7 April, 2026
Credit card spending in India rose 6% YoY in Feb 2026 but fell 11% MoM to ₹1,772 billion, signalling slower consumption. Card issuance hit a 23-month high, while transactions dipped monthly but stayed strong annually. Lower spending, led by top banks, reflects near-term softness despite steady growth in cards and usage.