Mahindra Finance, a leading financial institution in India, has announced a 9% decrease in standalone profit, amounting to Rs 563 crore in the March quarter. This decline was primarily due to heightened provisions. However, the company experienced a 9% increase in net interest income, reaching Rs 2,156 crore, propelled by growth in its loan book. Despite this positive development, a reduced interest margin and elevated credit costs negatively impacted the overall financial performance. Nonetheless, Mahindra Finance continues to uphold a strong capital adequacy ratio and maintains a sufficient liquidity buffer to support its operations. This financial update underscores the challenges and resilience of the company amidst the evolving economic landscape in India.