Apart from the seasonal impact, heightened due to general elections and heat waves across the country that affected business activities, most private lenders saw a higher formation of fresh bad loans emanating from retail, especially personal loans and credit cards. Agriculture loans also contributed to some stress, according to post-results commentary by several banks.
US stocks: S&P 500, Nasdaq retreat from records as oil and Treasury yields rebound
In a market retreat, the Nasdaq and S&P 500 pulled back from their record highs amid rising Treasury yields and oil prices. Investors remain cautious
October 7, 2026