Indian banks are exercising caution as the 50% US tariff takes effect, but leading bankers anticipate a limited impact on credit growth and asset quality due to small export credit outstanding. While certain sectors like gems & jewellery and textiles face higher exposure, the government is expected to provide fiscal relief, and exporters will likely diversify into new markets.
PSU bank stocks soar up to 8%, but HDFC, Axis and other private lenders fall up to 5% after Q2 results. Why the sharp divide?
PSU bank stocks surged up to 8% on Monday, led by Punjab National Bank after its Q2FY27 earnings beat estimates. In contrast, private lenders such
October 19, 2026