Banks and financial firms drive 60% of India bond sales
In short
India raised ₹19.41 lakh crore through long-term corporate bonds from January 2025 to September 2026. Banks and financial services firms made up 60% of the total, while auto, textile and IT companies added only a small share.
This matters because it shows which sectors are using the bond market the most. The reporting does not say why these sectors led issuance or whether this will change soon.
What the reporting says
India raised ₹19.41 lakh crore through long-term corporate bonds between January 2025 and September 2026, with banks and financial services firms accounting for 60% of the total, according to publisher summaries. Auto, textile and IT companies contributed only a fraction of issuance. The immediate consequence is a clear concentration in bond funding, but the reporting does not state why those sectors dominated.
Why it matters
India’s long-term corporate bond market saw ₹19.41 lakh crore of issuance between January 2025 and September 2026, with banks and financial services firms contributing 60%. The concentration suggests funding appetite is strongest in financials, while auto, textile and IT were much smaller issuers. The reporting does not explain the drivers or give a policy response, so the broader shift remains uncertain.