Axis Bank’s June quarter net profit declined by 4% to ₹5,806 crore, falling short of estimates due to increased provisions and sluggish business income. Net interest income remained flat, and net interest margin contracted. Asset quality deteriorated, with a rise in gross non-performing assets and slippages, partly attributed to changes in technical recognition criteria.
Oil Price Today (September 30): Crude oil at $104 as Trump rejects easing Iran sanctions. What are experts saying?
Brent crude futures rose $1.14, or 1.11%, to $103.73, while US West Texas Intermediate crude gained 15 cents, or 0.30%, to $89.50 a barrel. Brent