BusinessJuly 18, 2026

slippage

/ˈslɪpɪdʒ/

Definition

The movement of performing loans into the non-performing asset (NPA) category, representing new bad debt generated during a specific period.

Etymology

Derived from the English verb 'slip,' referring to the act of sliding or falling, combined with the suffix '-age' which denotes a process or result. It reflects the concept of assets 'slipping' from a healthy status into a delinquent one.

In the news

In this article, the term tracks the volume of loans that have newly defaulted, helping investors assess the bank's current asset quality and credit risk management.

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