Punjab National Bank’s shares dipped 4% following a 48% YoY drop in net profit for Q1 2025, reporting Rs 1,675 crore against last year’s Rs 3,251.5 crore, impacted by a significant tax expense. While total income rose 15.7%, NII saw marginal growth. Asset quality improved with reduced GNPA and NNPA.
Bond yield rises to 7.44% on higher oil prices, global cues
Yields on the 10-year benchmark bond have increased due to high oil prices. The Reserve Bank of India rejected all bids at the treasury bill