Citi has re-initiated coverage on State Bank of India (SBI) with a ‘Buy’ rating and a target price of Rs 1,050, citing strong credit growth, improved returns, and operational efficiencies. The brokerage expects FY26–FY27 loan growth of 13–14%, NIMs of 2.8–2.9%, and ROE of 14–15%. Risks include asset slippages, lower NIMs, and higher credit costs.
Ind-Ra downgrades Jana Capital, Jana Holdings NCDs to default
India Ratings downgraded Jana Capital and Jana Holdings’ NCDs to default after both entities extended debt repayments by six months due to refinancing challenges. Jana