New GST rate cuts will boost organized apparel retailers. Festive and wedding seasons are driving consumer spending. Easing food prices and softer inflation also improve sentiment. This should add 200 basis points to revenue growth. Larger brands will capture demand faster. Smaller retailers will also benefit, drawing consumers from the unorganized sector. Growth is expected across all segments and locations.
AU Small Finance Bank Q2 profit jumps 53% to Rs 858 crore
AU’s gross non-performing assets ratio fell 42 basis points (bps) to 1.99% at the end of September. This helped in 25% lower provision at Rs