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.
IDBI Bank Q2 results: Net profit tanks 39% YoY to Rs 2,205 crore; NII dips 49% YoY
IDBI Bank reported a 39% year-on-year profit decline to Rs 2,205 crore in Q2 FY27, impacted by a one-off gain in the previous year. Excluding