In the December quarter, nonperforming asset (NPA) provisions for 29 banks rose by 20% year-on-year, reaching Rs 23,298 crore, driven by a significant increase from private sector lenders. Public sector banks saw a record low in provisioning, continuing a decline for the tenth consecutive quarter. Notably, Axis Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank reported substantial hikes in provisions.
Positive Breakout: These 11 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs
In the NSE list of stocks with a market cap over Rs 1000 crore, 11 stocks’ close prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving