Market analyst Sandip Sabharwal sees potential in IDFC First Bank after a 35% drop, citing strong asset quality. He’s also keeping an eye on SBI’s results, particularly its asset quality and CASA ratio, given its aggressive unsecured lending. While cautious about PSU banks, Sabharwal acknowledges their recent performance and suggests SBI’s results could influence the sector.
Gold loan stocks rally after RBI hikes loan-to-value ratio limit and eases small loan norms
Gold loan stocks surged 2–7% after RBI raised the LTV ratio on loans under ₹2.5 lakh to 85%. Simplified norms reduce compliance burden, aiding lenders