Aditya Birla Capital enters gold loans biz, plans to open 1,000 branches

•Aditya Birla Capital's NBFC arm enters gold loan business to expand secured lending portfolio.

•1,000 branches planned across India, with 200-300 dedicated gold loan branches by March 2027.

•Gold loan offering combines digital capabilities with branch-led service for seamless borrowing experience.

•Targeting urban and semi-urban markets, serving existing customers and expanding reach to new customers.