Nifty Bank has underperformed Nifty50 and other sectoral peers over the past year, with private banks lagging due to valuation concerns. Despite some strong loan growth and solid capital adequacy ratios, rising deposit costs and moderation in net interest margins pose challenges. Experts remain cautious about the sector’s near-term outlook.
Fed’s Waller, leaning against March cut, sees easings later in year
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller opposes a rate cut at the upcoming policy meeting. He suggests future cuts are possible if inflation pressures decrease. Waller
March 7, 2025