RBL Bank shares dropped by 5.9% due to an 86% YoY decline in net profit for the December quarter, mainly from microloan issues. Core net interest income rose slightly, but net interest margin fell. CEO Subramaniakumar noted improvements in collection efficiency and expected recovery in microfinance and credit card segments over the coming quarters.
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Q1 profit jumps 35% on strong income growth
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank reported a 35% year-on-year rise in June quarter net profit to Rs 412 crore, driven by higher income and net interest income.