In Q1FY25, Bank and Auto stocks outperformed, while Infrastructure, Pharmaceuticals, and Metals lagged, resulting in modest 3% earnings growth. Revenue growth stayed at 9%. Real estate, pharmaceutical, and IT sectors highlighted notable revenue and profitability growth. Banks’ NIMs remained stable, and auto sales surged, especially in two-wheelers and commercial vehicles.
NBFCs account for nearly half of small loans while delinquencies stay low
Non-banking finance companies accounted for nearly half of new-to-credit loans below Rs 2 lakh as of June 2026. Their retail delinquency rate remained lower than